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Tue 06 Jun 2009Politically, everything is now up for grabs
‘HISTORIC” IS an overused word. If we actually take a long view, the significance of the local and European election results may not be as great as it seems. Yes, Fianna Fáil has hit a new low and Fine Gael has become the largest party, writes FINTAN O'TOOLE.
These are not insignificant events. The fact remains, however, that the old two-hander – let’s call it Fianna Gael – is in pretty good shape.
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