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"Chicago's neighborhoods have always been this city's greatest strength."
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"Be bold enough to appreciate. Be strong enough not to criticize."
"The divinity within is an endless strength."
"Without roots a tree, no matter how tall, cannot stand."
"You don't need armor if your skin is thick. You don't need a sword if your mind is sharp. You don't need a shield if your heart is strong. You don't need a fortress is your soul is secure."
"A tree will not wither and die because the wind blew away one leaf."
"Modern humans are taught from the childhood that they are weak and sinners. Teach them that they are embodiment of glory and children of immortal strength. Eventually a society full of bravehearts will rise."
"If a lion turned every time small dogs barked at it, it would be the laughing stock of the jungle."
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"When there were fears about the future of this nation's older cities... when a few of the cities teetered on the brink of bankruptcy, all eyes were focused on Chicago for contrast."
"Tonight - by taking this solemn oath - I am no longer a private citizen but the Mayor of the City of Chicago."
"The nation can no longer afford to continue policies that hasten the flight of persons to the distant suburbs."
"City employees will be hired and promoted because of their abilities - without outside interference."
"I accept that responsibility and ask only that I be judged by my performance as its chief executive."
"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."
"Chicago kept industry, attracted new business, became the center for convention trade and transportation."
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