My professional life has been about public service. My personal life I define very intently through my family.

I believe there's an emerging American majority for progressive economic change.

I didnt set out with the notion of running for elective office; it sort of grew over time. And I honestly at times questioned if progressive change can be effected through elected office.

We are New Yorkers. Proud citizens of the greatest city on earth. Thinking big isn't new to us. It is the very foundation of who we are.

Everything you heard about me is true. . . . I am not a free marketer. . . . I believe in the heavy hand of government.

My professional life has been about public service. My personal life I define very intently through my family.

I think unionization is good public policy. I think when families secure their economic future, that's good for everyone.