Irish Election Literature

… what you maybe meant to keep…

“Water charges next?” from the May 2004 edition of ‘The Socialist’ April 6, 2017

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From the May 2004 edition of the Socialist Party paper ‘The Socialist’ an article “Water charges next?”.
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“Women in Ireland” 1999 Sinn Fein Updated Policy Document April 5, 2017

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From 1999 a 40 page document “Women in Ireland” produced by Sinn Fein. From the introduction … “This document is intended to act as a catalyst for action and focus for debate to further gender equality. Accordingly ,the document concludes with a discussion on developing a women-friendly , truly inclusive political culture for a new Ireland.”.
It’s an interesting read I’ve uploaded it in pdf here

 

“Irish Unity- It’s in Your Hands” Leaflet from Sinn Féin April 4, 2017

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“Irish Unity- It’s in Your Hands” a Leaflet from Sinn Féin outlining the advantages of Unity and the Campaign for a United Ireland.
Many thanks to the sender.

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2007 leaflet from The Green Party announcing Changes of representation in Palmerstown. April 3, 2017


From 2007 following the sad passing of Billy Gogarty and Fintan McCarthy, a leaflet from Paul Gogarty and The Green Party in Palmerstown outlining the changes to the party reps in the area. Paul Gogarty was the TD for the area, Dorothy Corrigan became a Councillor, Louise Archbold was the Young Greens Rep , Kevin Farrell along with Tom Dowling were the new Palmerstown Reps.
Many thanks to the sender.

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“A ‘Fare’ Deal for Newbridge and Kildare” leaflet from Labour Kildare South March 31, 2017

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A leaflet issued by Labour LAR Patricia Callinan looking for “A ‘Fare’ Deal for Newbridge and Kildare” .
You can sign the online petition here.
Many thanks to the sender.

 

Kildare Flyer for the Right2Water March on the 8th of April March 30, 2017

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A Kildare Flyer for the Right2Water March on the 8th of April 2017.
Many thanks to the sender.

 

Leaflet from Pat Doherty -Sinn Fein -Connacht-Ulster -1994 European Elections

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From the 1994 European Elections a leaflet from Pat Doherty of Sinn Fein running in Connacht-Ulster. He polled 13939 votes and missed out on a seat.
Many thanks to the sender.

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“Report of the 27th Ard Fheis 1956” from Fianna Fail March 28, 2017

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A Report of the 27th Fianna Fail Ard Fheis 1956 with details of motions, accounts, fundraising and other items. A nice bit of History.

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“Ballyphehane 1916-2016 Commemorative Calendar” from Ciarán Lynch -Labour March 26, 2017


“Ballyphehane 1916-2016 Commemorative Calendar” a lovely item produced by Ciarán Lynch of The Labour Party giving details of each of the seven signatories which are remembered in the names of the road network in Ballyphehane. I’ve uploaded it in pdf also which you can get clicking here
Many thanks to the sender.

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“Where We Stand” leaflet from the Vanguard Unionist Party March 23, 2017


“Where We Stand” a leaflet from the Vanguard Unionist Party (Ulster Vanguard) outlining what they were for and Against as well as the difference between themselves and the Ulster Unionists.
You can find more about the party here

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2015 Alan Farrell leaflet with information on the Marriage Equality and Presidential Age Referendums March 20, 2017


From the run up to the Marriage Equality and Presidential Age Referendums, a leaflet from Fine Gaels Alan Farrell regarding registering to vote and outlining the details of both Referendum.
Many thanks to the sender.

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Leaflet from Joe Jacob -Fianna Fail -1989 General Election -Wicklow March 19, 2017

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From the 1989 General Election a leaflet from Joe Jacob of Fianna Fail running in Wicklow. Polling 8454 votes he retained the seat he won in 1987.

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Leaflet from Nora Bennis -Catholic Democrats – Limerick -2016 General Election


From the 2016 General Election a leaflet from Nora Bennis of The Catholic Democrats running in the Limerick City Constituency. She polled 673 votes and missed out on a seat.
Many thanks to the sender.

 

“Green Voice” October 1999 issue of the Green Party Newsletter March 18, 2017

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The October 1999 issue of the Green Party Newsletter “Green Voice”. Contains articles by amongst others Dan Boyle and Ciaran Cuffe.
I’ve uploaded it in pdf here or click on the image to launch
Many thanks to the sender.

 

Leaflet from The #Repealthe8th Trade Union Campaign March 16, 2017


A Leaflet from The Repeal the 8th Trade Union Campaign.
Many thanks to the sender.

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Leaflet from John Molloy -Independent -Ballinasloe -1999 Local Elections March 13, 2017

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From the 1999 Local Elections a leaflet from Independent candidate John Molloy who was running for a seat on Ballinasloe UDC and also for a seat on Galway County Council. He was elected to Ballinasloe UDC.
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“Officials Will Not Replace The Labour Party” from Militant January 1975

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From the January 1975 issue of Militant an article “Officials Will Not Replace The Labour Party” . Click on the image to enlarge or
here where I’ve uploaded it in pdf format

 

“My First Six Weeks in Leinster House” by Simon Coveney from the 1999 Fine Gael Ard Fheis March 9, 2017

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From the booklet for the 1999 Fine Gael Ard Fheis an article “My First Six Weeks in Leinster House” by the newly elected Simon Coveney. The back cover of the booklet also featured Simon Coveney.

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