That should have read “place our nation…” and not “our our”

He sure does portray a good image, even if it is stereotypical!

@Frank2521

I heard or read that somewhere in the past few weeks. What would bill clinton be doing or even contemplating on being my President? The Irish President. He’s American, go back and try again in the States.

He was joking that he’s eligible to be president of Ireland and France: Ireland because of his ancestry, France because he was born in Arkansas, formerly French territory so all he’d need to do is live in France, learn the lingo and get elected for that one…far fewer hurdles required of him for the Áras so if he’s ever bored enough… I’d say he’d walk it too

Yes, the fact we even have a president is a waste of money. Get rid of this position altogether!

Martin, surely the taxpayers in chile are paying for this just like the Irish taxpayers pay when a foreign dignitary visits Ireland and that’s according to people on here who comment?

I’m sure he’s well aware that the taxpayer is paying for it, sure who pays his salary?

I am sure his 2 week trip is costing us, as much as it is costing the people in Chile. I believe having our President in places like Chile and other South American countries on his list is going to help our Irish exports etc. Hopefully he is and will be earning the salary he receives. God bless his energy!

Every country in the world should have a President! Just like their national anthem, flag. Maybe if they reduced costs in the Dail, a few less TD’s, expenses, salaries, drivers etc. that money would go a long way.

Martin the office of the last 3 presidents of Ireland has done more good than any government of the same term. They have contributed to foreign relations & peace & reconciliation & trade on this Ireland,something I see you take for granted. I would prefer see us with 50% less tds than this man removed. I didnt vote for him because I felt he was too old for job. However since taking his position he has surpised me in that he is a very well able & well educated & that he has already done great service for his country. If your only contribution is a throw away remark about this mans job I suggest you listen to what he says & does. He is a great man doing a great job & thats rare in Irish politics.