Catherine Connolly’s landslide shakes Ireland’s establishment – but not its politics

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Rory Carroll Ireland correspondentOctober 25, 2025 at 07:17 PM

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Catherine Connolly won Ireland's presidential election with a landslide 64% of votes, defeating candidates from the ruling center-right parties Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil. A left-wing independent Member of Parliament from Galway, Connolly secured support from various opposition parties. Her victory is seen as a significant embarrassment for the political establishment but does not signal an ideological shift in Irish politics. The presidency is largely ceremonial, though it can provide a platform to highlight certain issues and set a tone. Connolly's win could bolster left-wing alliances ahead of future elections.

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