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The departure of Gavin tells us one more thing about politics: how tough it is.
Gavin was brought in because he was a non-politician, someone who could reach out to parts of the public that a conventional Fianna Fáil politician couldn’t reach. He is someone with an impressive record of achievement and public service.
But the fierce glare of public and media scrutiny proved too much. People who think anyone could be a politician should reflect on Gavin’s demise and consider whether that’s really true.
Pat Leahy in the #IrishTimes is right. Politics is hard, and bruising. People who haven't seen it up close rarely grasp just how tough.
But #JimGavin was chosen as #FiannaFail candidate for #Aras25 by #MicheálMartin, who is one of Ireland's most experienced […]
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