Sinn Féin launches manifesto focusing on cost of living and economic concerns

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald launched the party's manifesto, focusing on the cost of living. She asked voters if they feel better off than five years ago, echoing a famous question from past U.S. elections. The manifesto promises to abolish certain taxes and reduce childcare costs. McDonald emphasized the struggles of everyday people, contrasting their experiences with claims of a thriving economy. Sinn Féin's proposals include a controversial call for a review of media coverage on international conflicts. Other parties criticized this as political interference, while also questioning Sinn Féin's stance on the Ukraine conflict.