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1. In the housing projects, people talked of ways to reduce crime, relieve overcrowding, and they were good ideas that we plan to study, and possibly implement.
2. I have three sisters, all of whom lead very normal lives.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Our universities and museums are respected around the country.
6. Tonight — by taking this solemn oath — I am no longer a private citizen but the Mayor of the City of Chicago.
7. 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 our problems are available only in this building.
8. 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 business strips.
9. The people of Chicago are a proud people — and for good reason.
10. We saw hundreds of programs to redevelop the central city, the neighborhoods, in the past.
11. There is always a testing of the new kid on the block in politics.
12. Chicago’s neighborhoods have always been this city’s greatest strength.
13. The people must know that from this day on, we want their opinions.
14. The nation can no longer afford to continue policies that hasten the flight of persons to the distant suburbs.
15. Be assured that I did not become the Mayor of Chicago to preside over its decline.
16. The Chicago Symphony is considered the greatest orchestra in the world.
17. The credit for much of this rightly belongs to the late Mayor Daley who forged a coalition of business and labor that kept Chicago always moving ahead.
18. I am a Democrat. I have been one all of my life.
19. If those communities are left to decay, this city will decay.
20. If for no other reason than the energy crisis now facing this country, the federal government should be eager to become partners with us in rebuilding our city.