Quotes from Gerry Adams

If I didn't forgive the people who took me into the barracks and beat me unconscious over a period of days during the period when the British state was indicted for inhuman and degrading treatment in 1971-72, or even the guys who shot me, if you don't forgive them, you end up with unnecessary baggage.

Sinn Fein has the potential and capacity to become the vehicle for the attainment of republican objectives.

I like to think I'm very grounded. I'm very grounded in my family. I'm very grounded in my community.

Your determination, selflessness and courage have brought the freedom struggle towards its fulfillment.

When others stood idly by, you and your families gave your all, in defence of a risen people and in pursuit of Irish freedom and unity.

Your determination, selflessness and courage have brought the freedom struggle towards its fulfilment.

Such decisions will be far reaching and difficult. But you never lacked courage in the past. Your courage is now needed for the future.