The Sinn Féin leader has described his party's manifesto as a republican platform.
Healthcare, education, the constitutional right to a home and a robust and vibrant economy are the cornerstones of the party's mandate.
It wants to see public money used to supply public services.
Gerry Adams said the party has proven its ability to show leadership, and claims that Ireland is now more prosperous and peaceful as a result.
"Sinn Féin is standing on a republican platform which has equality at its heart.
"Equality and the rights of citizens is the core of our agenda, or our programme for government."