Michael Lowry
Michael Lowry is an Irish politician and a member of the Dáil Éireann, representing the Tipperary constituency. He is known for his long-standing career in Irish politics, having served as a TD since 1987. Lowry has held various ministerial positions, including Minister for Transport, Energy and Communications. His political career has been marked by controversy, particularly regarding allegations of impropriety and his support for the current government, which has drawn criticism from opposition leaders who argue that his group should not have access to opposition speaking rights.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 44 | 4.27 | 1.88% | +40% | 5,030,000 | 132,131 | $5,100 | 134$ |
| United Kingdom | 2 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 37,218 | $2,700,000 | 1,480$ |
| Totals | 46 | 72,916,011 | 169,349 | $2,705,100 | 1,614$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Ireland:
The Moriarty tribunal examined payments made to Charles Haughey and, separately, to Michael Lowry.
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Ireland:
Michael Lowry's central role in coalition talks was not supported by almost two thirds of voters.
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Ireland:
An overwhelming majority disapproves of the role of Michael Lowry in putting together the Coalition.
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Ireland:
An overwhelming majority of voters dislike that Independent Michael Lowry played a role in the Government formation.
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Ireland:
Mr Martin defended the agreement to support the Government made with Independent TD Michael Lowry, the focus of much criticism from the Opposition in recent weeks.
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Ireland:
Michael Lowry was sitting further back during the National League hurling title game.
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Ireland:
Michael Lowry is mentioned as someone who will surely be doffing his cap to the Social Democrats.
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Ireland:
Michael Lowry led the group of Dáil deputies during the negotiations on the programme for government.
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Ireland:
Three members of the Regional Independents who do not hold Government positions – Michael Lowry, Gillian Toole and Barry Heneghan – are included in the technical group.
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Ireland:
Michael Lowry’s prohibited f**k off gesture to Paul Murphy’s prohibited camera phone in the Dáil chamber demands a response.
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