Friday, February 25, 2011

Political Changes Are Expected As The Irish Go To The Polls



Irish Election Could Produce Historic Shift In Government -- Christian Science Monitor

Ireland is poised for a major shift toward more conservative government at the polls today, spurred by a financial crisis that has left it with enormous debt, a housing bust, and high unemployment.

An economically devastated Ireland goes to the polls today in what many have called the most significant election since the foundation of the state. But the path back to prosperity for the benighted country will be a rocky one – and is by no means assured.

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More News On Ireland's Elections

Angry Irish voters expected to pummel ruling party -- L.A. Times
Irish general election turns into slanging match with parties divided -- The Guardian
Irish Voters Friday Deliver Verdict On The Tiger Years -- Wall Street Journal
Irish election winners to face property clash -- Financial Times
Irish Voters To Drop Governing Parties, But Back Austerity -- Wall Street Journal
In gloomy times, Irish voters ripe for change -- AP
All Change as Ireland Goes to the Polls -- Time Magazine

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