Later, Mayor David N. Dinkins, came swinging by for the swing vote, as couples swayed to salsa.

Some critics, including, at one time, Mayor David N. Dinkins, have opposed such programs for fear that they will encourage drug use and send the wrong message to young people.

Not surprisingly, the biggest beneficiary was the law firm headed by Sid Davidoff, a close friend and tennis partner of Mayor David Dinkins's.

Mayor David N. Dinkins said in a statement, "This is a sad day for New York City."

Following is a transcript of Mayor David N. Dinkins's inaugural address yesterday, as recorded by The New York Times.

Following are excerpts from an address last night by Mayor David N. Dinkins, as recorded by The New York Times.

Mayor David N. Dinkins side-stepped any hint of controversy, saying: ,'We can sometimes get so caught up with what's behind us that we fail to look ahead.

They pointed out that BI was represented by Sid Davidoff, a close friend of Mayor David Dinkins's.

To no one's surprise, Mayor David N. Dinkins swept to an easy victory in the race for renomination, although there was a sizable protest vote.

About $540 million of the $859 million in higher taxes proposed by Mayor David N. Dinkins requires approval by the State Legislature.