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The Obamas travelled to Moneygall in Co Offaly during their last Irish visit in 2011 Maxwells Irish Government Pool/RollingNews.ie
The Daily Poll

Do you agree with the Obamas being given the Freedom of Dublin?

Dublin Lord Mayor Ray McAdam’s invitation to the Obamas has been met with mixed reactions.
10.42am, 29 Jul 2025
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THE DUBLIN LORD Mayor has invited Barack and Michelle Obama to accept the Freedom of the City of Dublin award during their September visit.

The Obamas were originally conferred the honour in 2017 after a close vote but have not yet been in Dublin to accept the award.

Opponents of the award have cited the former president’s foreign policy record and People Before Profit’s Hazel De Nortúin said that the party would introduce an emergency motion if the award is not revoked.

Former Lord Mayor Emma Blain said that she is in favour of the move, saying that Irish people “have a great affection” for the Obamas.

So, tell us: Do you agree with the Obamas being given the Freedom of Dublin?


Poll Results:

No (5532)
Yes (4683)
Unsure (976)

 

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