Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

It gives me great pleasure to support the nomination of Senator Burke. He has been a Member of the House for 15 years and he is impartial and committed to its operation. Since 1937, the Fianna Fáil Party has always agreed to the nominee of the largest political party in opposition. It did not happen in our case in 1973, but we always keep ourselves well above what is right. It is right and fair to support the nomination of Senator Burke. Through the years, he has been a friend to many of us. He can always be depended upon and, like the Cathaoirleach, he is a safe pair of hands, which is what the House needs. The House will be in safe hands with the Cathaoirleach and Senator Burke as the Leas-Chathaoirleach.