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. Michael D. Higgins clearideaindependent share on social
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. Michael D. Higgins authoritariancourageczechoslovakia share on social
I will be a President for all the people, whether they voted for me or not, whether they are young or old and particularly for the Irish abroad. I'm looking forward to it and I think it will be exciting and wonderful. Michael D. Higgins abroadexcitforward share on social
I want to say to all of you that when I take my oath of office I will do my absolute best to use all of my abilities for all of the people of Ireland. Michael D. Higgins abilityabsoluteireland Change image and share on social
I am very glad as well that it is a presidency built on a campaign that emphasized ideas. I hope it will be a presidency that will enable everybody to be part of and proud of. Michael D. Higgins buildcampaignemphasize Change image and share on social
While the wider global environment is worrying, we are seeing some positive results in our economic affairs. Michael D. Higgins affaireconomicenvironment Change image and share on social
The reconnection of society, economy and ethics is a project we cannot postpone. Michael D. Higgins economyethicpostpone Change image and share on social
Every age, after all, must have its own aisling and dream of a better, kinder, happier, shared world. Michael D. Higgins ageaislingdream Change image and share on social
Making an Irishness to be proud of in a real Republic. It is the vision of a real Republic where life and language, where ideals and experience have the ring of authenticity which we need now as we go forward. Michael D. Higgins authenticityexperienceforward share on social
I hope that at the end of the seven years, people will say that I have been of some inspirational value to them at home in terms of inclusiveness and abroad, I look forward to representing Ireland. Michael D. Higgins abroadendforward Change image and share on social
