Bertie Ahern
Bertie Ahern was the Minister for Finance in the 1990s and later became Taoiseach of Ireland, known for his pivotal role in the peace process and as a key figure in the political landscape during significant events, including the controversial decision to overrule the Minister for Foreign Affairs on arms purchases.
Born on Sep 12, 1951 (75 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 2 | 5.50 | 0.44% | +10% | 5,030,000 | 24,214 | $5,100 | 25$ |
| Totals | 2 | 5,030,000 | 24,214 | $5,100 | 25$ |
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Recent Mentions
Ireland:
Bertie Ahern retired in May 2008, paving the way for Brian Cowen to become taoiseach.
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Ireland:
Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern was also among the guests in attendance.
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Ireland:
Former lord mayor of Irish cities, Bertie Ahern thinks directly elected mayors are a ‘stupid idea’.
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Ireland:
Bertie Ahern is featured in the programme discussing the implications of a Border poll.
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Ireland:
Bertie Ahern declared the era of McCreevy tax cuts was over after being re-elected in 2002.
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Ireland:
Bertie Ahern campaigned for Fianna Fáil during the byelection in Dublin Central.
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Ireland:
Bertie Ahern's dissection of the Brexit dilemma was described as manna from Drumcondra.
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Ireland:
Bertie Ahern had a stab at social capital when he was taoiseach.
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Ireland:
Bertie Ahern was mentioned by Dermot Ahern in the context of concerns about immigration and security.
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Ireland:
Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern was also among the mourners.
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