The strength of the Democratic Party of Cook County is not something that just happened.

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?

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.

The strength of the Democratic Party of Cook County is not something that just happened.

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?

Good government is good politics.

I'm not the last of the old bosses. I'm the first of the new leaders.