THOMAS KENNETH WHITAKER
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Whitaker was right bet at that time his advice was not heeded. When Ireland late in the 20th century finally acted on his advice and eliminated almost all of their protectionism, the economy thrived and not only did the Irish emigration stop, but people began to immigrate to Ireland for the economic opportunity.
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Thomas Kenneth Whitaker was an Irish economist, politician, diplomat and civil servant who served as the Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland from 1969 to 1976 and a Senator from 1977 to 1982, after being nominated by the Taoiseach. He is credited with a pivotal role in the economic development of Ireland.