The Importance Of Appearing Earnest.

Style over substance often wins in Irish politics.

The old adage “perception is reality” holds much truth in the political world. For politicians, being seen to take action—even if those actions are futile or ill-conceived—can be vital to their strategy and relevance in Dáil politics. For politicians, the key to success often isn’t what they accomplish but how well they can convince the electorate they’…