During the commemoration of the 1916 Easter Rising, President Higgins, along with various dignitaries, emphasized the Proclamation of Independence's vision for equality and liberty. The ceremony included a wreath-laying at the GPO, a minute's silence, and public participation. President Higgins highlighted the relevance of the Proclamation's ideals in addressing contemporary global issues, including poverty and climate change, reinforcing the ongoing quest for justice and human rights. The event concluded with the national anthem and a renewed commitment to the principles of liberty and equality.
"The Proclamation of the Republic, which Patrick Pearse read out from under the portico of the GPO, offers elements of a generous social and political vision that can still inspire us."
"As we commemorate the Easter Rising, this ideal should continue to inspire us. The message was addressed to a world community that they might achieve not only independence, but its best exercise."
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