Gráinne Seoige's political debut in Galway West garnered only around 5% of the vote, failing to secure her a seat in the Dáil.
Kate O'Connell's decision to run as an Independent raised eyebrows within Fine Gael, yet her choice reflected her desire to avoid being a subordinate to the party.
Stephen Donnelly’s race in Wicklow appears grim despite significant campaigning and support from party leadership, highlighting challenges within Fianna Fáil.
Comparatively, Independent candidates outperformed more prominent party figures in multiple constituencies, indicating a shift in voter sentiment.
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