My heart is heavy, ... I respectfully disagree with the Supreme Court's decision, but I respect the court and will respect the order.

This is about bringing the heart and soul of San Francisco back to the forefront,

If Hurricane Katrina didn't prove it to you, I don't know what will, ... I'm not waiting, in the event of an emergency, for Air Force One.

I will not abdicate and step back and say what we were doing 10, 15 days ago -- before this action -- is appropriate,

I have differences of opinion within my own family, an Irish Catholic family. So, I do respect those that disagree.

Livable neighborhoods with a vibrant street life will stimulate our economic life as well.