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" There will be no hard border from Dundalk to Derry in the context of it being a European border, and by that I mean customs posts every mile along the road. "
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" For too long, Ireland has neglected its children. "
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" Populist promises to reverse every tough decision are nothing but empty rhetoric, irresponsible leadership, and bad politics. They are not the solution to Ireland's problems. "
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