Mary Lou McDonald speaks at Sinn Fein think-in event

The speaker addresses rumors of their absence and confirms their return, expressing confidence in their team's enthusiasm. They discuss election strategies, emphasizing the need to run more candidates and be well-prepared. The speaker highlights housing as a core issue, criticizing the government's failure to address the crisis, and shares a personal story to illustrate the urgency of the situation.

What is the speaker's main objective in the upcoming election?

• To win as many votes and seats as possible

• To form a coalition with other parties

• To focus solely on the housing crisis

• To avoid making any predictions

How does the speaker plan to avoid past mistakes in the election?

• By focusing only on key constituencies

• By forming early coalitions

• By running fewer candidates

• By being well-prepared and match fit

What is the speaker's stance on predicting the number of seats they will win?

• They refuse to offer a specific prediction

• They are confident in winning a specific number

• They have already secured a majority

• They believe they will win fewer seats than before

Which portfolio is considered a 'red line' issue for the speaker's party?

• Finance

• Housing

• Healthcare

• Education

What example does the speaker use to highlight the housing crisis?

• A young mother waiting 10 years for housing

• An increase in housing prices

• A family losing their home

• A decrease in available housing units