Irish Daily Mirror

YOU’RE TOO OLD TO BE THE PRESIDENT AGAIN

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word. Norris told the Sunday Business Post: “People voted for him on the basis he wouldn’t go the second time. “I think it would be nice someone sticking by their principles.” The 73-year-old also said he feels Higgins is “a bit old” to continue.

He added: “I just think he’d be a bit old. He’d be well into his 80s by the time he’s finished. He’s obviously enjoying it and he’s doing a good job.

“I wouldn’t go again because after the operation I wouldn’t have the energy.” Norris’ 2011 campaign was left marred after he withdrew in light of a series of articles surroundin­g his ex-partner who had been convicted of the statutory rape of a 15-year-old Palestinia­n boy.

 ??  ?? Michael D Higgins & David Norris
Michael D Higgins & David Norris
 ??  ?? ANGUISH Paddy’s wife Christine
ANGUISH Paddy’s wife Christine

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