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Higgins promises to rebuild Ireland and move on from Celtic Tiger debacle

CATHAL DERVAN,

IrishCentral.com Staff Writer

Published Sunday, October 30, 2011, 8:58 AM

Updated Sunday, October 30, 2011, 9:09 AM

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“But even more importantly I encountered the powerful instinct for decency that must be at the heart of a real republic - the celebration of the power of the collective in pursuit of the best of ourselves.

“And based too on the power of culture, science and technology deliver through the contemporary genius of our people.

“Ireland has made its choice of the future and it has chosen the version of Irishness it will build and I will work with head and heart to be part with all of you in creating that future, one in which all of us can be part of and proud too.”

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cillowen | Oct 30, 2011, 03:25 PM EDT

He's a politician after all - blowing hot air. He can do little based on his stature alone. Too much comedy will reign on his parade. Sorry to say it, like it is.

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joan1954 | Oct 30, 2011, 02:21 PM EDT

Bad choice of a photo, the flag of Lebanon is there.

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bostonblakie | Oct 30, 2011, 11:44 AM EDT

Was he speaking to Muslims in the photo? A strange choice I'd say.

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clevelander | Oct 30, 2011, 10:17 AM EDT

As President he has no real power. How is he going to anything?

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