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.

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

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.

The essential job of government is to facilitate, not frustrate, job development

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.

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 believe discrimination still exists in society and we must fight it in every form.