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Jane Byrne quotes about city

American Politician May 24, 1934

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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. Jane Byrne
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 focused on Chicago for contrast. Jane Byrne
Jane Byrne quote: "Chicago's neighborhoods have always been this city's greatest..."
Chicago's neighborhoods have always been this city's greatest strength. Jane Byrne
If all of us would require the same level of performance from ourselves as we expect from government, this city will forever be the city that works. Jane Byrne
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. Jane Byrne
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 its citizens. Jane Byrne
Jane Byrne quote: "For my part, I plan to work out a fair and adequate..."
For my part, I plan to work out a fair and adequate redistribution of city services to all city neighborhoods. Jane Byrne
Jane Byrne quote: "If those communities are left to decay, this city will decay."
If those communities are left to decay, this city will decay. Jane Byrne
Jane Byrne quote: "I pledge tonight to be Mayor for all of the people of this..."
I pledge tonight to be Mayor for all of the people of this city - for one Chicago. Jane Byrne
Jane Byrne quote: "We saw hundreds of programs to redevelop the central city, the..."
We saw hundreds of programs to redevelop the central city, the neighborhoods, in the past. Jane Byrne
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. Jane Byrne
Jane Byrne quote: "City employees will be hired and promoted because of their..."
City employees will be hired and promoted because of their abilities - without outside interference. Jane Byrne
Jane Byrne quote: "Tonight - by taking this solemn oath - I am no longer a..."
Tonight - by taking this solemn oath - I am no longer a private citizen but the Mayor of the City of Chicago. Jane Byrne

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