Olivia Mitchell (Dublin South, Fine Gael)

The Government was elected on a specific promise of the current Taoiseach that he was a safe pair of hands to manage the economy. They said they had the expertise and experience to continue and perpetuate the Celtic tiger. That is what they promised and that is what the people voted for, but look what they got. If it was ever valid, that mandate is now gone. If the Taoiseach and his Government had any shame they would walk away now, let the anger die out and let the recovery begin. It is time for elections, so let the people have their say.

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