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SOU TR 8F <br /> � G <br /> z s <br /> 1865 <br /> CITY OF SOUTH BEND <br /> PETE BUTTIGIEG, MAYOR <br /> OFFICE OF THE MAYOR <br /> • And for all of us, we must recognize that as a community, we are in constant <br /> negotiation with each other. In any good negotiation,none of us walks out the <br /> door completely satisfied, but all of us walk out the door better off. <br /> • For this to work,we need both trust and understanding. We must continue to trust <br /> each other,reach out to each other, to listen to each other, and to ensure that <br /> difficult trade-offs are made in good faith, with a greater good in mind. We must <br /> expect, and seek out, the best in one another, no matter the differences in <br /> background, situation, or opinion that come between us. <br /> • Let us ask of ourselves and demand of each other especially our leaders that <br /> every action and statement be tested against this standard: will it help us make our <br /> diversity into a source of strength, or will it serve to divide us against one <br /> another? <br /> • If we persist in seeking unity through diversity in understanding that civic <br /> harmony comes not through the erasure of difference but through the unification <br /> of different interests into a greater purpose then South Bend will truly be a <br /> model city for all. <br /> F. Restatement and conclusion <br /> • Let me conclude by reiterating that the state of our city is hopeful. <br /> People believe in South Bend like I've never seen before, and <br /> everyone I talk to is prepared to do their part. <br /> • The vision I've shared this evening <br /> i. a new economic direction driven by clear criteria for action and <br /> expectations for partnership <br /> 1400 COUNTY-CITY BUILDING•227 W.JEFFERSON BOULEVARD•SOUTH BEND,INDIANA 46601 <br /> PHONE 574/235-9261• FAx 574/235-9892 <br />