The "Rory McIlroy" Voter and the Border Poll

In this episode of the Stormont Sources podcast, the hosts consider the concept of the 'Rory McIlroy voter' and explore the implications of identity politics in Northern Ireland. They discuss the emergence of a soft unionist voter, the role of political parties in courting this demographic, and the challenges faced by pro-reunification parties in articulating a vision for constitutional change. The conversation also reflects on the failed political experiment of NI21 and its relevance to Northern Irish politics today. The conversation looks into the evolving political landscape of Northern Ireland, focusing on voter disengagement, the rise of parties like the Alliance and SDLP, and the implications of this on Irish unity. David, Tim and Michael also discuss the contrasting views of current and former Taoiseachs on the constitutional question, emphasising the need for reconciliation and outreach to unionist communities. The dialogue highlights the challenges and opportunities in fostering a united Ireland while addressing the fears and concerns of various groups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.