The worker is the slave of capitalist society, the female worker is the slave of that slave.
James ConnollyRead
The Irish Republic must be made a word to conjure with - a rallying point for the disaffected, a haven for the oppressed, a point of departure for the socialist, enthusiastic in the cause of human freedom.
Interpretation
What this quote means
James Connolly emphasizes the importance of the Irish Republic as a symbol of hope and action for those seeking freedom and change.
In this quote, James Connolly articulates a vision for the Irish Republic as a powerful symbol that can inspire and unite those who are marginalized and seek liberation. He envisions it not only as a refuge for the oppressed but also as a catalyst for socialists who are passionate about human freedom. This underscores the Republic's role in rallying support and fostering a collective movement for social justice and egalitarian ideals.
Themes
IrishRepublicFreedomSocialismOppression
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of national identity in social movements.
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If you remove the English army to-morrow and hoist the green flag over Dublin Castle, unless you set about the organisation of the Socialist Republic your efforts would be in vain.
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Whoop it up for liberty! After Ireland is free, says the patriot who won't touch socialism, we will protect all classes, and if you won't pay your rent you will be evicted same as now. But the evicting party, under command of the sheriff, will wear green uniforms and the Harp without the Crown, and the warrant turning you out on the roadside will be stamped with the arms of the Irish Republic. Now, isn't that worth fighting for?
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There can be no perfect Europe in which Ireland is denied even the least of its national rights.
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Irish tory employers hid[e] their sweatshops behind orange flags, and Irish home rule landlords us[e] the green sunburst of Erin to cloak their rack-renting in the festering slums of our Irish towns.
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