Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)

The test for this Government, as for every Government, is what it delivers with that money. A popular philosopher whom Deputy McDowell follows with a lot of interest is Homer Simpson. He said, and I am sure the Deputy knows the quote, "making promises makes me a good father". The worldly wise Lisa replied, however, "keeping promises is what would make you a good father". That is the test.

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