Michael D Higgins

Michael D Higgins

politician Ireland

Michael D Higgins is the President of Ireland, known for his background in poetry, public service, and advocacy for social justice. He has been a prominent figure in Irish politics, serving as a member of the Labour Party and holding various roles before becoming President in 2011.

Born on Apr 18, 1941 (84 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
7 wks
Reach
28,503
Power
29$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ireland 2 6.00 0.33% +70% 5,030,000 28,503 $5,100 29$
Totals 2 5,030,000 28,503 $5,100 29$
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Recent Mentions

Ireland Ireland: Michael D Higgins was a Labour TD who had reservations about the extradition legislation. 5

Jon Burrows Cearbhall O Dalaigh Brian Walsh Billy Fitzgerald Lord Hailsham Garret Fitzgerald Margaret Thatcher Dominic Mcglinchey Tom O Higgins Charles Haughey Gordon Wilson
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: UUP leader might have point about an Irish Government apology for conduct in Troubles – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Michael D Higgins criticized the current world order and expressed regret for not calling out capitalism more during a Labour Party event. 7

Ivana Bacik Sabina Higgins Helen Ogbu
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Michael D Higgins regrets not calling out ‘disastrous capitalism’ more – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Michael D Higgins is a former president honored in the series. 9

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: the best new shows to watch, starting tonight – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Michael D Higgins was the predecessor of Catherine Connolly as President. 6

Catherine Connolly Paul Murphy Micheal Martin Roderic O Gorman Cian O Callaghan Eoin O Broin Greta Thunberg Frances Black
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: ‘She’s careful, she’s considered, she’s steady’ – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: She moved into Áras an Uachtaráin after Christmas, having spent two months in the Steward’s Lodge at Farmleigh as minor renovations were required after Michael D Higgins moved out on the evening before her inauguration. 5

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: President’s first overseas trip to be to UK before summer – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Michael D Higgins is mentioned in a context that highlights a casual image in a messy study. 6

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Six qualities make you cool, according to science. Trying too hard isn’t one of them – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Special guests include Michael D Higgins who will be accompanied by the musician Myles O’Reilly. 7

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Hot Press’s 50th birthday gig, Dorothy Cross and the other best things to see in Ireland in the week ahead – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Last year, a small number of attendees at the event in the Mansion House turned their back on President Michael D Higgins during his speech when he mentioned the war in Gaza. 5

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Taoiseach criticises ‘shocking’ level of ignorance about Holocaust – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Michael D Higgins recognized Jacqueline O'Donovan for her contributions to the Irish community in London with a Presidential Distinguished Service Award. 8

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: ‘I’m the most Irish person you will meet with an English accent’ – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Michael D Higgins served as president during the tribunal's three-decade lifespan. 5

Bertie Ahern Charles Haughey Michael Lowry Denis O Brien Brian Cowen Enda Kenny Leo Varadkar Simon Harris Micheal Martin Mary Mcaleese Catherine Connolly Liam Hamilton Ronan Keane John Murray Susan Denham Frank Clarke Donal O Donnell Catherine Pierse
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Moriarty tribunal enters 30th year, racking up €78m in costs – The Irish Times