Richard M. Daley

Twenty-two years as mayor of Chicago, surpassing even his own father's long tenure, makes Richard M. Daley one of the most consequential American city leaders of his era. What interests me is the breadth of his recognition, from a Polish Order of Merit to induction in the Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame, hinting at a politician who reached well beyond machine politics. I think big-city mayors shape daily life more directly than most national leaders, and Daley left an unmistakable imprint on Chicago's streets and skyline. His legacy will be debated, but never ignored.

Name (English)

Richard M. Daley

Name (Japanese)

リチャード・M・デイリー

Reading

りちゃーど・M・でいりー

Born

April 24, 1942 (age 84)

Zodiac / Chinese zodiac

Taurus / Horse

Origin

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Occupation

politician / mayor

University

DePaul University

Awards & achievements

• Golden Plate Award
• 2008 Chandler Robbins Award
• 2006 Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame
• 2007 Newberry Library Award
• Commander of the Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland
• 2004 Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland

• Xhttps://x.com/MayorDaley
• Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard%20M.%20Daley
• Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q539814

Tags

• Illinois
• politician
• mayor

Last updated

2026-06-19

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