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Some rural Fine Gael TDs reluctant to canvass for 'Yes' vote

A number of rural Fine Gael TDs are reportedly reluctant to knock on doors, canvassing for a 'Yes...
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09.18 22 Mar 2015


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Some rural Fine Gael TDs reluc...

Some rural Fine Gael TDs reluctant to canvass for 'Yes' vote

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09.18 22 Mar 2015


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A number of rural Fine Gael TDs are reportedly reluctant to knock on doors, canvassing for a 'Yes' vote in the forthcoming marriage equality referendum.

The Sunday Independent says results of a straw poll it carried out show that seven TDs in rural constituencies say they will publicly support the Government's call for a "Yes" vote, but will not actively canvass for it, fearing it could impact on their re-election chances, especially among elderly and conservative voters.

Others say they will canvass in urban areas of their constituencies, but not in rural locations.

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The paper says most TDs surveyed have not been contacted by constituents about the vote, but those who have said it was primarily from those representing the 'no' side.

The latest Red C poll says 77 per cent are in favour of a 'yes' vote, with 59 per cent strongly in favour.

 

 


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