Lord Mayor of Dublin confident of winning Dublin Bay South as he tops polls in first count

James Kagan discusses his success in the election, attributing it to the party's strong campaign and focus on key issues like cost of living, housing, and crime. Despite challenges, the party is confident in winning a seat. The influence of independent candidates and media coverage is downplayed, emphasizing voter concerns as the main driver of election outcomes.

What were the main issues that James Kagan mentioned as being important to voters during his campaign?

• Expanding public transportation and infrastructure

• Improving healthcare and education

• Reducing the cost of living, providing homes for young people, and tackling crime

• Reducing taxes and increasing wages

Who took over the party leadership 200 days before the election, according to James Kagan?

• Emma Blaine

• James Kagan

• Kate O'Connell

• Simon Harris

What challenge did James Kagan mention regarding the party's performance in the election?

• Gaining support from younger voters

• Securing funding for the campaign

• Winning two seats from a previous position of having none

• Overcoming negative media coverage

How did James Kagan describe the campaign run by Councillor Emma Blaine?

• Unnoticed and quiet

• Lackluster and ineffective

• Strong and fantastic

• Controversial and divisive

What was James Kagan's perspective on the influence of Kate O'Connell running as an independent?

• It had no impact on the election

• It significantly affected the election outcome

• It was one of many factors influencing the election

• It was the primary reason for the party's success