Michael D Higgins has stood by his political comments which have drawn criticism, saying he has a responsibility to speak on behalf of the Irish people.
has refused to walk back on his recent political comments which have drawn criticism and says he has a responsibility to speak on behalf of the Irish people.The President, who has been outspoken on topics such as the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the recent flooding in Cork, said that he will not be a “puppet” President who “simply takes pieces of paper in front of him or her and deals with them at the behest of somebody who is part of a department.
“I have been elected as President of Ireland twice," he told the media."It's a deep honour, a deep privilege and a great responsibility. Not just that I have a responsibility - I am reflecting the will of the people. "In a couple of years' time, people will be able to resolve this issue themselves in relation as to whether they want a silent person, a puppet or whether they want a President."Since his election to Áras an Uachtaráin in 2011, President Higgins has been known to not hold his tongue on various political matters, both in Ireland and abroad.
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