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Election 2016

Mark Keogh

Party

Direct Democracy Ireland

Constituency

Limerick County

Occupation

Student

Age

42

ELIMINATED

Biography

This is his first time running in an election after he joined the Irish Democratic Party in January 2015. He advocates for an alternative form of political governance in line with the beliefs of his party. He is involved with a number of local activist groups in his area.

Question Time

Q.

Why should someone vote for you (in 140 characters or fewer)?

As I belong to a participatory party, my supporters will be able to become involved in the process of how their lives are governed.

Q.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

My number one priority is to introduce accountability and transparency to Limerick as it is sadly lacking in both politically nowadays.

Q.

What one thing would you like to do in your first 100 days of the new Dáil if you are elected?

I would like to see people-initiated referendums being introduced back into the Constitution.

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