Ninety percent of the students take the 'preferred lender.' Why? Because that's the nature of the relationship. You trust the school. The school is in a position of authority.

I'm running for governor; I'm not running for a legislative office.

There is energy and power in a crisis.

The other states look to New York for the progressive direction. New York made a powerful statement [legalizing marriage equality], not just for the people of New York, but for people all across this nation.

I never thought I would be divorced.

The time has come to return integrity, performance and dignity to New York and make it the Empire State once again.

Lesson from Pataki's success is: Use the political moment.