Bacik v De Rossa
Ivana Bacik
Age: 35.
Career: Reid Professor of Criminal Law at TCD, barrister, former president of the TCD Students' Union.
Issues: Civil liberties, social policy; women's rights; criminal justice; racism.
Campaigning style: Relaxed but voices her opinions with passion.
Typical quote: "The European Parliament is not a halfway house for politicians who want an each way bet on national or European politics. The people of Dublin deserve better".
Wesbite: www.ivanabacik.com
Proinsias De Rossa
Age: 64.
Career: MEP, former minister for social welfare.
Issues: Social justice, public services, employment, European Constitution, protection of the environment.
Campaigning style: Enjoys engaging discussion and debate.
Typical quote: "Europe is about people and the quality of their lives. It's not about straight bananas; it's about straight politics."
Website: www.derossa.com