Earlier this week, Fine Gael issued a press release about a plan for something called an American President’s Trail. The plan, originated by Wicklow TD Edward Timmins, is being launched as part of the America250 programme – a celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the US Declaration of Independence. Of the 45 presidents in America’s history, the press release points out, 23 have had Irish roots, “and many of those connections lead back to communities in every corner of Ireland. There is a huge story here, and the American President’s Trail across our island is a chance to tell it properly.”
In an endearingly goofy video posted on Fine Gael’s social media accounts, Timmins can be seen reciting famous quotes from speeches by American presidents – Ask not what your country can do for you!; Mr Gorbachev, tear down this wall!; Yes we can! – to the soundtrack of Hail to the Chief.
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