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"Be assured that I did not become the Mayor of Chicago to preside over its decline."
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"When the qualities that now confer leadership have become universal, there will no longer be leaders and followers, and democracy will have been realized at last."

"For America's economic future to remain prosperous, we must encourage pro-growth policies so that we continue to be the leader in innovation and entrepreneurship."

"Our wretched species is so made that those who walk on the well-trodden path always throw stones at those who are showing a new road."

"A leader is the one who is pulling the sled hardest."

"Achievements take leaders' name everywhere. Character keeps those names wherever they reach. A leader with no trust soon fades no matter how far he goes."

"There are three secrets to managing. The first secret is have patience. The second is be patient. And the third most important secret is patience."

"Every great man nowadays has his disciples and it is always Judas who writes the biography."

"People work better when they know what the goal is and why. It is important that people look forward to coming to work in the morning and enjoy working."

"Neither the Army nor the Navy is of any protection, or very little protection, against aerial raids."
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"But always I was a private citizen whose activities in government or political party were appointive."

"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."

"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."

"But as important as the job to be done by government in the neighborhoods, the people must also be involved."
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