Why Should Voters Trust Sinn Féin?: Mary Lou McDonald in studio

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Mary Lou McDonald is in studio to discuss Sinn Féin's immigration policy, whether or not they will enter into a coalition and her biggest regrets over the course of her leadership.

Richard, Gavan and Zara also debate the fallout of Trump's Madison Square Garden rally and Biden's newest gaffe.

And Zara's move to Cork; how difficult is it to change your voting area?

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Why Should Voters Trust Sinn Féin?: Mary Lou McDonald in studio

The Group Chat

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published год назад

MP3•Главная эпизода

Mary Lou McDonald is in studio to discuss Sinn Féin's immigration policy, whether or not they will enter into a coalition and her biggest regrets over the course of her leadership.

Richard, Gavan and Zara also debate the fallout of Trump's Madison Square Garden rally and Biden's newest gaffe.

And Zara's move to Cork; how difficult is it to change your voting area?

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

140 эпизодов

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