Embattled Philadelphia Mayor Begins 2nd Term

Philadelphia Mayor John Street was sworn in for a second term, promising to improve the economy and making several remarks related to a federal investigation into city corruption.

Street, criticized during the campaign for his patronage practices, said he would not improperly reward campaign contributors.

“I have always attempted to put the well-being of our city first, so let me be clear: Under no circumstances will this government improperly reward political supporters,” he said.

Street, a Democrat, has insisted that he has done nothing to warrant the investigation.