Why is Richard M Daley still Mayor of this city

[johnny40773]

There is a growing concern about his continued place in power, but unfortunately here in Chicago, the city council which is supposed to be a check on his power has never been, the press is just scared to death of him. Its a shame. He has been at the party too long,

[n310ea]

I would say vote Daley out of office next election, but Chicago elections are questionable.

[johnny40773]

If I had any intent on staying here in Chicago I would. I left Chicago, and seem to be always leaving. But i was born and raised here, I do feel a certain concern for the people here, and I do believe that they deserve better. Has anyone noticed that in certain areas of the city, street cleaning is done every two weeks, meanwhile in some areas you are fortunate if you get it done once a month?

[mrdudelz]

Why don't you run for mayor yourself? That's the beauty of our democracy. Every person can make a difference.

[redq182]

Yea I don't understand; why is he still mayor? He is a bit old and I think he has been in power since 1991 or so, which is wack!

[n310ea]

@redq182 Daley has been the Mayor of Chicago since 1989. Yes, Chicago is corrupt.