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James J. McCrea was an Irish politician, farmer, and businessman. He was a member of the Labour Party. Mr. McCrea served in Seanad Éireann, which is like Ireland's Senate or upper house of parliament, from 1948 to 1957.

James J. McCrea: A Public Servant

James J. McCrea was an important figure in Irish public life. He was known for his work as a farmer and businessman. He also dedicated many years to politics, representing the Labour Party.

Serving in the Seanad

Mr. McCrea was a member of Seanad Éireann for almost ten years. The Seanad is one of the two parts of the Irish parliament.

In 1948, he was first chosen for the 6th Seanad. The Taoiseach (Ireland's Prime Minister) picked him for this role.
Later, in 1951, he was elected to the 7th Seanad. He was chosen by a special group called the Administrative Panel. This panel includes people who work in public services.
He was elected again in 1954 to the 8th Seanad. This time, he was chosen by the Agricultural Panel, which represents people involved in farming.

Mr. McCrea decided not to run for the Seanad election in 1957.

Trying for the Dáil

Besides serving in the Seanad, James J. McCrea also tried to become a member of Dáil Éireann. The Dáil is the main part of Ireland's parliament.

He ran as a Labour Party candidate for the Wicklow area two times:

During the 1948 Irish general election.
In a special election held in June 1953.

He was not successful in winning a seat in the Dáil on either occasion.

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