The people of Chicago are a proud people - and for good reason.

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.

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.

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

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 am a Democrat. I have been one all of my life.

In the housing projects, people talked of ways to reduce crime, relieve overcrowding, and they were good ideas that we plan to study, and possibly implement.