Mary O’Rourke is a prominent Irish politician and author with a long and distinguished career. Born on May 31, 1937, she began her career as a secondary school teacher before entering politics. She was first elected to the Dáil in 1982 as a Fianna Fáil TD for Longford-Westmeath. Over the years, she held several senior positions, including Minister for Education, Labour, Health, and Public Enterprise. She also served as the Deputy Leader of Fianna Fáil and the Leader of Seanad Éireann.
In 2012, Mary published her memoir, “Just Mary: My Memoir,” which became a number one bestseller and won the Listeners’ Choice Award at the Irish Book Awards. In her memoir, she discusses her experiences as a woman in the male-dominated world of politics, the challenges of balancing her career with family life, and the instances of sexism she faced.
Mary O’Rourke is a sought-after speaker, known for her insights on leadership, politics, and social issues. She frequently appears on radio and television and engages audiences with her candid and thought-provoking perspectives.
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