Mick Clifford: Micheál Martin Sidelined Bertie Ahern Just as Bertie Ditched Albert Reynolds

Mick Clifford: Micheál Martin sidelined Bertie Ahern just as Bertie ditched Albert Reynolds

Fianna Fáil’s decision to sideline Bertie Ahern for an outside candidate reflects Micheál Martin’s mastery of his mentor’s tactics

‘GAVIN ME ÁRAS!’– BERTIE

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern has poured sour milk on the news of Fianna Fáil’s leadership choice for the Áras – Jim Gavin. Speaking exclusively to The Worst, Mr Ahern said: “He won a few All-Ireland’s but dat was mostly beatin’ Mayo – like who couldn’t have done dat.” Mr Ahern has the support of many… Read more » To access this content, you must be a Phoenix subscriber. Get access to The Phoenix online for as low as €1.50 per week. Read all th…