Did the Irish government block people from running for president?
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Claims are circulating online that the Irish government has the power to stop people they disagree with from running for the country's highest office, as Ireland prepares for its presidential election in late October.
Breakdown
- False claims online allege the government blocks presidential candidates. 7s
- Ireland's Electoral Commission sets clear nomination criteria for candidates. 47s
- Candidates can be nominated by parliament members, local authorities, or themselves if retiring. 1m 0s
- The government does not have the power to block candidates from running. 1m 27s
- Parliament and government are separate; nominations are made on an individual basis. 1m 32s