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'We all have to own our words' says President over Bertie controversy

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Catherine Connolly has said politicians have to ‘own our own words’ after Bertie Ahern refused to apologise in a racism row. The President was asked if it is appropriate for politicians to single out sections of society when discussing migration. Former Taoiseach Mr Ahern was criticised last week for claiming, during a by-election canvass, that he ‘worries about’ Africans and Muslims arriving in Ireland. Bertie Ahern. Pic: Leah Farrell / © Rolli…
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Extra.ie broke the news on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
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