đšđźđȘCATHERINE CONNOLLY #WINS LANDSLIDE PRESIDENCY
đčCatherine Connolly, independent lawmaker from Galway, secured a historic 63% of first-preference votes to become Irelandâs next president.
đčFormer barrister and clinical psychologist, she rose through local politics, serving as Deputy Speaker of the DĂĄil.
đčSupported by left-wing parties, Connolly campaigns on integrity, housing, social justice, and Irish neutrality.
đčKnown for activism and viral âkeepie-uppiesâ videos, her win signals public revolt against establishment parties and a shift toward progressive leadership.
-BBC