Chicago Kept Industry, Attracted New Business, Became

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.

The Cooperation Of Government At Its Different Levels Is Important And Can Only Be Achieved As Long As The People Of Chicago Are Directly Involved In Our Efforts And Supportive Of Our Goals.

I Accept That Responsibility And Ask Only That I Be Judged By My Performance As Its Chief Executive.

Tonight - By Taking This Solemn Oath - I Am No Longer A Private Citizen But The Mayor Of The City Of Chicago.

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