Portraits in Power: Jack Lynch
Jack Lynch’s legacy has long been obscured by myths about his economic policies, his position in Fianna Fáil and the significance of his sporting achievements. The Corkman is overdue a reappraisal, writes Micheál Martin
Jack Lynch (1917-1999)
Party: Fianna Fáil
Constituency: Cork Borough, Cork City North-West, Cork City
In office: November 1966-March 1973, July 1977-December 1979
Key quote:“The Irish government can no longer stand by and see innocent people injured and perhaps worse.” - On the situation in the North in 1969
Jack Lynch, the third of Fianna Fáil’s seven taoisigh, deserves far more study and reflection than he has received since his retirement and his death ...
