 He had wished to publish his book earlier but was advised against it by his attorney, Peter Burrowes.Cloney continued his involvement in political affairs, becoming one of the most active and enthusiastic supporters of Daniel O'Connell in his efforts to secure Catholic Emancipation and Repeal of the Union.Cloney was visited at his home at "Whitehall" by many prominent Irish figures of the period, including Father Theobald Mathew, Daniel O'Connell and Archibald Hamilton Rowan.