Gov. John Carney took the oath of office to become Delaware’s 74th Governor on Tuesday.
He pledged to lead Delaware’s economy through a period of transition, address the state’s long-term budget challenges, confront crime in Wilmington and strengthen Delaware’s education system.
The speech is used to set the tone for his administration with more detailed remarks to in future speeches.
He made the remarks on a cold, rainy day outside Legislative Hall.
“To the people of Delaware, thank you for your trust,” said Governor Carney. “It is a great privilege. It is a great responsibility. And we will not let you down.”
See the text of speech below:
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Among the guests at Tuesday’s Inauguration Ceremony were former Governor Jack Markell, U.S. Senator Thomas Carper, Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester and former Governor Ruth Ann Minner. Delaware Chief Justice Leo Strine administered the oath of office to Governor Carney.
Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long also took the oath of office as Delaware’s 26th Lieutenant Governor during Tuesday’s ceremony. Delaware Supreme Court Justice James Vaughn administered Lieutenant Governor Hall-Long’s oath.
