Máiría Cahill: We are sick and tired of petulant politicians who exist in their own little bubble

The Leinster House bubble effectively forms a field of protection over all who tread its corridors of power. Sometimes, this is a good thing, sheltering fragile political egos from increasing levels of abuse on the street and the internet. Politicians like to be pampered and the Dáil and Seanad staff are professional and pleasant, contributing to the cocoon-like feeling within parliament’s confines.

However, it comes with its dangers..