I am against the death penalty.

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 know how bad Albany is. I know it better than most. I understand why people are angry. I'm angry. The question is going to be, how do you change Albany, what is the plan for change, and then how do you actually get it done?

There was never a war on poverty. Maybe there was a skirmish on poverty

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

There is also something called the Legislature. There is something called the press. There is something called people. These are all different players on the stage.

Flooding damage is not customary for New York, especially downstate.