For over 30 years, the IRA showed that the British government could not rule Ireland on its own terms.

Once water charges are in place they will only go up. This has been the history of all these charges

But I also hold the very strong view that republicans need to lead by example.

I nominate the Reverend Ian Paisley for the position of First Minister of northern Ireland

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.

Sinn Fein has demonstrated the ability to play a leadership role as part of a popular movement towards peace, equality and justice.

I think the worst kind of grief is unacknowledged grief.