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Why do election winners get lifted up?

The election counts have finally finished, where we saw crushing defeats and exhilarating wins at...

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13.49 14 Jun 2024


Why do election winners get lifted up?


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13.49 14 Jun 2024


The election counts have finally finished, where we saw crushing defeats and exhilarating wins at counting centres. What could also be seen were the winners often being lifted up into the air in celebration. Why is this a thing?

To discuss, Seán is joined by Green Party TD Patrick Costello.


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