I Pledge Tonight To Be Mayor For

I Am Here Before You Tonight To Dedicate This Administration To Bringing A New Renaissance Of Neighborhood Life And Community Spirit, A Renewal Of Confidence In The Future Of Our City And A Revival Of Opportunity For All Chicago.

The People Ask Much, Often More Than Any Government Can Give. We Must Resist The Temptation To Promise Solutions To All Problems.

Chicago’s Neighborhoods Have Always Been The City’s Greatest Strength.

The Nation Can No Longer Afford To Continue Policies That Hasten The Flight Of Persons To The Distant Suburbs.

Be Assured That I Did Not Become The Mayor Of Chicago To Preside Over Its Decline.