James Larkin

For years and years I have done the work I was born for.

We are beaten, we will make no bones about it; but we are not too badly beaten still to fight.

Therefore it is essential that some means should be sought whereby the work of the nation may be carried on without constant yet at present necessary dislocation.

Without effective protection of the citizens' right to property, it will be difficult to attract and accumulate valuable capital.

Ladies and gentlemen, even my own staff challenges me. When I issue edicts, commands, orders, ideas, you would think that there would be overwhelming blanket acquiescence, approval, and support.

I am a big one for subtlety and empathy. My dad was softly spoken and didn't carry his honours and accomplishments for everyone to see.