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Gerry Adams quotes

Irish Politician October 6, 1948

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When others stood idly by, you and your families gave your all, in defence of a risen people and in pursuit of Irish freedom and unity. Gerry Adams
The last months, weeks and days have seen accelerating discussions, involving the DUP for the first time, about a comprehensive agreement which would see all outstanding matters dealt with and the Good Friday Agreement implemented in full. Gerry Adams
But if republicans are to prevail, if the peace process is to be successfully concluded and Irish sovereignty and re-unification secured, then we have to set the agenda - no-one else is going to do that. Gerry Adams
At that time, the army leadership said the implementation of this agreement would allow everyone, including the IRA, to take its political objectives forward by peaceful and democratic means. Gerry Adams
Gerry Adams quote: "We have to make sure the Good Friday Agreement works."
We have to make sure the Good Friday Agreement works. Gerry Adams
Sinn Fein has demonstrated the ability to play a leadership role as part of a popular movement towards peace, equality and justice. Gerry Adams
The Good Friday Agreement and the basic rights and entitlements of citizens that are enshrined within it must be defended and actively promoted by London and Dublin. Gerry Adams
Republican patience with how unionism deals with the political institutions, and with key issues like equality and human rights, will be tested because, obviously, there will be a battle a day on these matters. So lets face up to all of this with our eyes wide open. Gerry Adams
Gerry Adams quote: "The catalyst for much of this change is the growing support..."
The catalyst for much of this change is the growing support for republicanism. Gerry Adams
The unionists also for their part, want to minimise the potential for change, not only on the equality agenda but on the issues of sovereignty and ending the union. Gerry Adams
Gerry Adams quote: "It will always be a battle a day between those who want..."
It will always be a battle a day between those who want maximum change and those who want to maintain the status quo. Gerry Adams
In the past I have defended the right of the IRA to engage in armed struggle. I did so because there was no alternative for those who would not bend the knee, or turn a blind eye to oppression, or for those who wanted a national republic. Gerry Adams
Gerry Adams quote: "Your determination, selflessness and courage have brought the..."
Your determination, selflessness and courage have brought the freedom struggle towards its fulfilment. Gerry Adams
Gerry Adams quote: "The Irish Republican Army has kept every commitment made by..."
The Irish Republican Army has kept every commitment made by its leadership. Gerry Adams
Such decisions will be far reaching and difficult. But you never lacked courage in the past. Your courage is now needed for the future. Gerry Adams

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