APR. 2, 1965
The Privileges of Today Are Tomorrow's Responsibilities
This metropolitan center is a literal beehive of activity and progress, and is growing daily. Besides the workmen who build the city with steel and bolts, there are men building the spirit of the city with brotherhood and help.
These are the people who care about the mentally ill, and the relievers, and they also care about education and students. Such people care about the quality of their city, and it is important that young people should understand their concern, because soon their problems will also be ours.
There have already been great accomplishments, such as our museums, the Art Institute, the mammoth downtown library, and the many theatrical centers. McCormick Place and the Civic Opera House are examples of the respect that Chicagoans have for the arts. Great
Right now, all these things are ours to enjoy. Others have made them possible. It is our privilege and right to attend the Grant Park concerts, see the Boat and Auto Shows, and use the museums and libraries. And if we like the advantages of being close to the Windy City, then we must realize what our duty is.
Our privilege is being able to enjoy what others have accomplished for our benefit. Our duty is to take a step forward and accomplish something for others. The burden of responsibility will soon be on our shoulders and we must be inquisitive, informed, and mature enough to bear the weight of this burden. What has been accomplished in the past has been largely due to the efforts of others. What happens in the future is up to us.