Pearse’s patriotism had vision and courage

THE opinion poll placing P H Pearse, the 1916 leader, as the most popular choice for a position of honour in a refurbished O’Connell Street, Dublin, is an interesting indication of the high level of appreciation and admiration Irish people hold for our patriots.

When we recall the level of unfavourable media coverage of Pearse over the last 20 years and reflect on the full findings, Pearse has a remarkable influence 88 years after his death.

It is an impressive and thought-provoking reflection of current public opinion, which must be recognised by those responsible for the refurbishing of the main street of Ireland's capital city.