Intelligence is the ability to solve problems
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.
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.
Be assured that I did not become the Mayor of Chicago to preside over its decline.
The people ask much, often more than any government can give. We must resist the temptation to promise solutions to all problems.
Politics never takes a holiday in Chicago.
Tonight - by taking this solemn oath - I am no longer a private citizen but the Mayor of the City of Chicago.
People act like Nirvana invented grunge; they just took it and personified it.
I'm one of those people that thinks things happen for a reason, and you just have to look for the reason.
People need revelation, and then they need resolution.
A bowl of pudding only has taste when I put it in my mouth - when it is in contact with my tongue. It doesn't have taste or flavor sitting in my fridge, only the potential.