The people ask much, often more than any government can give. We must resist the temptation to promise solutions to all problems. – Jane Byrne
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. – Jane Byrne
The nation can no longer afford to continue policies that hasten the flight of persons to the distant suburbs. – Jane Byrne
For my part, I plan to work out a fair and adequate redistribution of city services to all city neighborhoods. – Jane Byrne
We saw hundreds of programs to redevelop the central city, the neighborhoods, in the past. – Jane Byrne
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. – 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
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. – 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
Chicago kept industry, attracted new business, became the center for convention trade and transportation. – Jane Byrne
I accept that responsibility and ask only that I be judged by my performance as its chief executive. – 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
City employees will be hired and promoted because of their abilities – without outside interference. – Jane Byrne
Tonight – by taking this solemn oath – I am no longer a private citizen but the Mayor of the City of Chicago. – Jane Byrne
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. – Jane Byrne
But always I was a private citizen whose activities in government or political party were appointive. – Jane Byrne
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
