Not a word yet about George entering politics and his noble reasons for doing so
We could do with a few good, if angry, politicians.He'd be a good (if angry) addition.
The guy they have in Berties constituency who used to work for P&G looks geed as well. He will make a change from another lawyer, teacher or career politician as he has actually worked in the real world of business.
Gotta question if there was a conflict of interest there all along - he really talked down FF - then he goes and joins FG!
Could be interesting if Seamus Brennan's son decides to run. Will be real test to see if this Country has given up on parochical politics i.e. Your dad was a great man so you must be too........
In fairness, young Brennan could be a very competent politician for all we know,
George is a racing certainty. He's opposed to Individualisation, which is an issue which vexes me greatly. A few years hence when Enda has move on and Richard is Toiseach, George will be a capable finance minister.
I don't think anyone knows for sure what he will be like but I have to say I admire him. Its very easy for people to stay outside the political system moaning and complaining. Good to see someone who is willing to try and actually do something about it.
I say fair play to George Lee and I think he will be a great addition to Irish politics. He is articulate, informed and will be a strong voice for FG. I would be interested though to see if Paddy Powers will take bets on him leaving FG and running as an Independent at some point in the future though - I can't see him toeing the party line if an issue arises that goes against textbook economic principles...