out Chicago, numerous things I like ab d ue log ta ca I’ve life e tir ore Drive “Having lived here my en say the drive up Lake Sh to ve ha uld wo I w no ht o rig skyline comes into view but to highlight just tw when that vista of the h, ut so e th or rth no e be the beaches. To have either from th ion piece to that would an mp co e th d an lar cu politan city with it’s just specta is the tip in. A big metro ive Dr e or Sh ke La ing sandy beaches lin p that?” “Chicago beaches, how can you to is a ty ali on rs Pe dio Ra li ves here great place to li —Garry Meier, Chicago ve, becau in its Cu ltu se —Pasto r Corey B re, Character an the world d r o Church o C f Chicago oks, Founder of N uisine!” and Proje ew Begin nings ct HOOD .
“Chicago has many qualities that make it one of the greatest cities in the world. We have world-class theater, restaurants, arch itecture and universities. Our museums and parks are among the best anyw here. I do believe though, that Chicago’s greatest asset is its people. The diver sity of our neighborhoods and the many cultures that thrive in our city fasc inate me. One can learn so much about people by enjoying their culture; their food , their history, their dance and the language they spoke before coming to the United States. One can take a trip around the world by just visiting our neighborh oods.” — Jesse White, Secretary of State
“The beauty of this city and the kindness of its people never ceases to amaze me. Can you imagine a more beautiful setting for a city? Our skyline is stunning! It’s expanded so over the years. A friend of mine remarked recently that we actually have two skylines these days—the conventional one, remarkable in and of itself. It’s the one which includes the Hancock building, Willis Tower, Water Tower Place, the Tribune Tower, the Wrigley Building and the new Trump Tower. But now there’s the South Loop area too, which is stunning in and of itself. Add to this the fact our spectacular lakefront extends the length of the city and can, on any given day, host anything from white, wind-tossed waves to the mirror-smooth waters of Lake Michigan and you realize we live in a very special place!” —Tom Skilling, WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist
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“My wife has always wanted to live in Chicago and, after living here for a year, I can certainly understand the attraction. Chicago is an amazing, world-class city that is accessible and boasts all of the amenities of a large metropolitan city. What I find impressive is that you can own a home in the city with a backyard and be just minutes away from some of the best theater, museums and restaurants in the world.” Jean-Claude Brizard, CEO, Chicago Public Schools ...of ny favorites, about Chicago: “My favorite idea, among ma the right and friends, but if you’re in course people, loving family pick up the wind are just right you can spot and the weather and Garden.” a in y Cit ; Urbus en Horto: scent of the Ancient Prairie r —Jack Sullivan, CPS Teache
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Max G.
“Chicago is a beautiful city with the best of everything and there are few cities in the world that can compare. But what makes it a great place to live for me are the people who live here. Chicagoans are friendly, dependable, hardworking, no-nonsense, tough but not mean, fun and funny people... and they give this city its unique character—a big city with the heart of a small town.” — Jeanne Sparrow, Co-host of “You & Me This Morning”
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