Michael D. Higgins Quotes

You are not speaking for yourself, but for Ireland.

We need to discuss the basis of a new form of trust built on a meaningful form of citizenship appropriate for a republic.

Through the inspiration of Vaclav’s words, the courage of his dissidence and the integrity of his leadership, Czechoslovakia successfully transitioned from an authoritarian state to a free democracy at the heart of Europe.

The reconnection of society, economy and ethics is a project we cannot postpone.

The presidency is an independent office and the Irish people whom I appreciate so much and I take with such responsibility have given a very clear mandate on a very clear set of ideas to me, as the ninth president.

The necessary transformation of which I speak and of which my presidency will be a part is built on turning creative possibilities into live realities for all our people.