The nation can no longer afford to continue policies that hasten the flight of persons to the distant suburbs..

For my part, I plan to work out a fair and adequate redistribution of city services to all city neighborhoods..

Politics never takes a holiday in Chicago..

But I am committed to keeping this city a strong and viable center for commerce and industry, for continuing to make it a place of opportunity for it….

I accept that responsibility and ask only that I be judged by my performance as its chief executive..

The people ask much, often more than any government can give. We must resist the temptation to promise solutions to all problems..

Chicago kept industry, attracted new business, became the center for convention trade and transportation..

In the days and months I spent walking through the various communities of this city, I found that Chicago did not work for everyone, however..

City employees will be hired and promoted because of their abilities - without outside interference..

When there were fears about the future of this nation's older cities... when a few of the cities teetered on the brink of bankruptcy, all eyes were f….

Tonight - by taking this solemn oath - I am no longer a private citizen but the Mayor of the City of Chicago..

If we are to succeed, we must recognize that the community redevelopment is not solely the rehabilitation of housing, or putting a mall in the busine….

The Chicago Symphony is considered the greatest orchestra in the world..

Our universities and museums are respected around the country..

As I visited the various neighborhoods in the campaign, I learned fast that it's a mistake to think that all of the wisdom and possible solutions to ….

But always I was a private citizen whose activities in government or political party were appointive..

Be assured that I did not become the Mayor of Chicago to preside over its decline..

I am a Democrat. I have been one all of my life..

I am here before you tonight to dedicate this administration to bringing a new renaissance of neighborhood life and community spirit, a renewal of co….

Chicago’s neighborhoods have always been the city’s greatest strength..

I pledge tonight to be Mayor for all of the people of this city - for one Chicago..