Political Quotes

“I am proud today to rise to honor the work and dedication of Alderman John J. Buchanan and urge this body to vote in favor of designating the post office at 9308 South Chicago Avenue in Chicago, Illinois, as the John J. Buchanan Post Office Building. I have enjoyed working with John Buchanan over the last 6 years that I have had the privilege of representing residents of the 10th Ward of the City of Chicago. I consider him a friend, an advisor, someone who I have grown to respect so much for the contribution he has made to his community and for all of us. This past year, Alderman Buchanan retired after serving as alderman for the 10th Ward in the City of Chicago for over 20 years. He is a life-long resident, public servant of the 10th Ward. The only time Alderman Buchanan left his community was during the time that he served in the United States Navy. After he served our country, Alderman Buchanan returned to the 10th Ward and married his high school sweetheart, Lorraine Halbe.”