American - Politician | May 24, 1934 - November 14, 2014
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
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Chicago's neighborhoods have always been this city's greatest strength.
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If those communities are left to decay, this city will decay.
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Be assured that I did not become the Mayor of Chicago to preside over its decline.
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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.
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We saw hundreds of programs to redevelop the central city, the neighborhoods, in the past.
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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.
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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.
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The nation can no longer afford to continue policies that hasten the flight of persons to the distant suburbs.
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For my part, I plan to work out a fair and adequate redistribution of city services to all city neighborhoods.
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City employees will be hired and promoted because of their abilities - without outside interference.
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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.
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