Alright, welcome to the bizarre world of Irish politics, where every election is like a game of musical chairs, but with more confusion and less music. Recent shenanigans, as detailed by a fancy exit poll from RTÉ, The Irish Times, TG4, and Trinity College Dublin, reveal that 53% of folks think politicians have a hint of trustworthiness, while 45% know better. Oh, those young whippersnappers are particularly doubtful, with a staggering 61% of 18-24-year-olds shouting, ‘No way, José!’

Now, let’s talk coalitions. Ireland has seen more coalition governments than a kid sees ice cream flavors. This current election has tossed the political salad, resulting in 26 trusty TDs booted out. Among them is none other than Stephen Donnelly, Health Minister and the latest casualty of Wicklow’s merciless electoral jungle.

The party trust levels resemble a popularity contest gone wrong. Green Party voters, bless their eco-friendly hearts, are all in at 78%, while Sinn Féin crawls in at a pitiful 32%. Talk about a trust gap! Meanwhile, the older crowd seems to adore their politicians—guess age really does make you blind to bad behavior.

So what’s next? Well, buckle your seatbelts because coalition talks are about to begin, and it’ll be messier than a toddler with spaghetti. Voter preferences hint at a desire for a Fine Gael-Fianna Fáil love affair, but with trust issues looming like a dark cloud, good luck getting those two to dance the tango.

If they can’t figure out how to connect with the youth—who are more interested in memes than manifestos—we might witness political chaos that could make Brexit look like a tea party. Seriously, politicians need to step up and prove they’re not just a bunch of shady figures in suits.

In summary, buckle up, Ireland! The upcoming political landscape is a whirlwind of promises and uncertainty, where only time will tell if these parties can charm the voting public or if they’ll just keep spinning in circles. And folks, you’d better be watching, because this circus isn’t closing its tent anytime soon.