Some way to go before final election picture emerges
Published: Sunday, 1st of December
Analysis carried out on: Sunday, 1st of December
Source RTEForty-one Dáil seats have now been filled in the General Election with counting set to resume this morning in 37 count centres after being adjourned overnight.
Sentiment Analysis by Party
The article presents a neutral sentiment towards Fine Gael. While Simon Harris dismisses the idea of a Sinn Féin surge and expresses cautious optimism, there is no strong positive or negative language used. The mention of a candidate's past controversy in Louth is factual without additional negative commentary.
The article conveys a moderately positive sentiment towards Sinn Féin. Mary Lou McDonald is quoted as saying the party delivered an 'incredible performance' and has 'broken the political mould.' The exit poll results showing Sinn Féin slightly ahead also contribute to a positive portrayal.
The sentiment towards Fianna Fáil is neutral. Micheál Martin expresses confidence in gaining seats and forming a government, but the article does not use particularly positive or negative language. The potential trouble for a candidate in Wicklow is mentioned without strong negative emphasis.
The article conveys a moderately positive sentiment towards the Social Democrats. They are mentioned as having a strong chance of emerging as the largest of the smaller parties, and the leader's personal news adds a positive note.
The article is neutral towards the Labour Party, as it is only mentioned in the context of potential coalition partners for Sinn Féin. There is no specific positive or negative language used.
The sentiment towards the Green Party is moderately negative. The article mentions a 'bruising set of results' and the leader's struggle to hold onto his seat, indicating challenges without using strongly negative language.
The article is neutral towards Solidarity-People Before Profit, as it is only mentioned in the context of potential coalition partners for Sinn Féin. There is no specific positive or negative language used.
The sentiment towards Independents is neutral. The article mentions the potential role of independents in government formation and focuses on a specific candidate's position in a constituency without strong positive or negative language.