We believe in constitutional action in normal times; we believe in revolutionary action in exceptional times.
James ConnollyYes, ruling by fooling, is a great British art with great Irish fools to practice on.
James ConnollyIf you strike at, imprison, or kill us, out of our prisons or graves we will still evoke a spirit that will thwart you, and perhaps, raise a force that will destroy you! We defy you! Do your worst!
James ConnollyThere can be no perfect Europe in which Ireland is denied even the least of its national rights.
James ConnollyWe who hold his (Wolfe Tone) principles believe that any movement which would successfully grapple with the problem of national freedom must draw its inspiration not from the mouldering records of the past, but from the glowing hopes of the living present, the vast possibilities of the mighty future.
James Connolly