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.

I pledge tonight to be Mayor for all of the people of this city - for one Chicago.

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.

City employees will be hired and promoted because of their abilities - without outside interference.

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.

The Chicago Symphony is considered the greatest orchestra in the world.

For my part, I plan to work out a fair and adequate redistribution of city services to all city neighborhoods.