If there's a silver bullet in the battle to recapture Albany, it is the re-engagement of our citizens. This capital has become a physical metaphor for the isolation and alienation of our people.

I believe we need to attract a new generation of the best and brightest to public service and I believe that government can be a source of inspiration, not degradation.

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

I think there's a lot to learn from Rockefeller on how to pass legislation.

I believe women still face a glass ceiling that must be shattered.

The Declaration of Independence says when government fails, the people have the right to replace it. Well, New York State government has failed and the people have the right, indeed the people have the the people have the obligation, to act.

I'm a harsh critic of the status quo.