The policeman isn’t there to create disorder; the policeman is there to preserve disorder. – Richard J. Daley
No poll can equal the day-to-day visits of the men and women of the Democratic Party. – Richard J. Daley
The strength of the Democratic Party of Cook County is not something that just happened. – Richard J. Daley
Don’t worry if they’re Democrats or Republicans. Give them service and they’ll become Democrats. – Richard J. Daley
We have to face it: in America today the way to have fun and celebrate is to break a store window and take something. That’s the way it is, today in America, and we have to accept it. – Richard J. Daley
Look at our Lords disciples. One denied Him; one doubted Him; one betrayed Him. If our Lord couldn’t have perfection, how are you going to have it in city government? – Richard J. Daley
What is inherently wrong with the word ‘politician’ if the fellow has devoted his life to holding public office and trying to do something for his people? – Richard J. Daley
We all like to hear a man speak out on his convictions and principles. But at the same time, you must understand that when you’re running on a ticket, you’re running with a team. – Richard J. Daley
The Democratic Party is the party that opened its arms. We opened them to every nationality, every creed. We opened them to the immigrants. The Democratic Party is the party of the people. – Richard J. Daley
Television and radio do a wonderful job in focusing attention on the problems of our society. – Richard J. Daley
