Introduction to Richard M. Daley
This section introduces Richard M. Daley. Daley chose to run for Chicago's mayor to address the problems that the Council Wars, loss of faith in city government, and new global economy had made so evident by 1989. This section discusses Daley's background as a resident of the Bridgeport and a member of one of the city's most prominent political families. It then covers his career of public service and his decision to run for mayor.