Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)

We do not just want economic representation of this notion. Rather, we want our politicians and our Government in particular to represent it as well. Despite the traditions of Fianna Fáil and the people of no property, it sometimes seemed that, during the Celtic tiger years, those who now represent Fianna Fáil were seduced by the allure of gold like King Midas and by the amazing performance of those who could make money out of nothing. Like children blowing bubbles, they blew bubbles bigger and bigger until the bubble finally burst. Ordinary people must pick up the pieces.

Let us be clear. We want a social solidarity pact——

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