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

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.

The way forward is by building political support for republican and democratic objectives across Ireland and by winning support for these goals internationally.

For good or ill, I'm a person of leadership. I do my best. I don't dodge responsibility.

Leaders play a unique role in periods of crisis and chaos. Because if you don't, you're not going to harness the power of all the people behind you.

NFL leadership has hurt Papa John's shareholders.

By withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, the U.S. cedes power and influence to our rivals. If we retreat on our promises and cede leadership on climate issues, we lose credibility. Further, we lose the ability to hold other countries accountable for a broader range of issues.

George W. Bush is a leader, and that's what we need in the White House. George Bush is someone you can believe and trust.