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flag Tanaiste Simon Harris defends migration remarks, urges national strategy, rejects populism claims.

flag Tanaiste Simon Harris has defended his remarks on migration, rejecting accusations of populism and accusing the political left of trying to silence debate. flag He expressed surprise that migration—widely discussed in communities—is not addressed in Ireland’s parliament, calling it “bizarre” that the country lacks a national migration strategy despite rising asylum applications. flag Harris affirmed migration’s benefits, stressed the need for a constructive, respectful policy conversation, and said temporary asylum status merits consideration. flag He rejected comparisons to figures like Nigel Farage, emphasized Ireland’s compassion, and called for political courage in tackling complex issues without conflating criminal acts with broader policy debates.

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