Deputy premier Micheal Martin vows to prove wrong the naysayers in new Irish government

The speaker opens with remarks about hosting an event and discusses the launch of a new government program. They emphasize the importance of government actions over words and address negativity in media commentary. The speaker highlights past government achievements and outlines future challenges and plans, aiming to prove critics wrong over the next five years.

What is the primary focus of the newly launched government program?

• To reform the education system

• To increase tourism

• To address national issues and secure Ireland's future

• To improve international relations

How does the speaker perceive the commentary on the government?

• As neutral and balanced

• As overwhelmingly positive

• As supportive and encouraging

• As negative and disappointed

What does the speaker emphasize as more important than words?

• Public opinion

• Government actions

• Election results

• Media coverage

Which initiative was not originally part of the government program but was implemented?

• Free school books

• Healthcare reform

• Tax reduction

• Infrastructure development

What is the speaker's response to the critics of the government?

• To change the government program

• To agree with their points

• To prove them wrong over the next five years

• To ignore them