George Pataki Quotes

• It is a very real concern and my view is that everything changed on September 11th and the procedure, the policies that were in place prior to September 11th no longer should apply.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in Policies, Procedure

• We can’t just throw a switch and say Indian Point is going to be safe, we have to look long-term because it will ultimately be decommissioned and we have to work aggressively now to bring in new sources of power.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Power

  Tags in Indian, Point

• Our decade of change has unleashed the ingenuity, creativity, and character of the most extraordinary people in the world – the people of this state, who come from every corner of the globe.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in People, World, Extraordinary

• And one of the frustrating parts, but it’s an inherent part of our democracy, is we have separation of powers.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Democracy, Power

  Tags in Separation

• I think there are steps that can be taken that haven’t been required or energy to make that fight more secure and we are going to continue to push the federal government to do that.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in Federal Government

• I’m thinking about governing as the governor of this state, and that’s what I’m going to do.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in Self, Thinking, Governor

• For the first time federal, state and local bureaus of investigation are coordinating their effort, to serve as eyes and ears and protect us against further attacks.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in Investigation, Bureau

• I have tremendous admiration for everyone who enters the political arena so long as their goal is to do what they believe is right for the people of New York.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in Tremendous, Admiration, Political

• First, how to memorialize the heroes of 9/11; second, something that expresses our resolve.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in Memorialize, Heroes

• But, you know, all I can do is submit my budget and then make the case to the Legislature to act.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in Act, Legislature

• After the tragedy, New Yorkers are more united than ever in their vision, as well as in appreciation what living in freedom means – and that if we stand together, we can accomplish anything.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Appreciation

  Tags in Freedom, New York

• After September 11th, nations from across the globe offered their generous assistance to the people of New York. And whenever our friends around the world need our assistance, New York is there.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in Friends, Generous, Assistance

• We also have a program in place for low income people. A family of four making $26,000 a year can receive medical coverage, irrespective of citizenship or what documents.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Family

  Tags in Citizenship

• I’m very proud of what we’ve done with the State University and the City University. They’re totally different institutions than they were when I took office.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in State, University

• Well, I know I worked for Governor Rockefeller the last time he ran for his fourth term, and I obviously ran against Governor Cuomo the time he ran for his fourth term.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in Governor

• We are going through tough economic times but things are looking up, and the indicators are improving not only for large corporations but also for small business.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Business

  Tags in Corporations

• We have been actively trying to have New York City host the 2012 Olympics.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in New York

• This Budget reflects a choice – not an easy choice, but the right choice. And when you think about it, the only choice. The choice to take the responsible, prudent path to fiscal stability, economic growth and opportunity.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Opportunity

  Tags in Economic, Growth

• We have a reliable computerized network devoted to counterterrorist activities.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Computer

  Tags in Reliable, Network

• If someone lives in New York, he’s a New Yorker – they are entitled to the best medical system in the world.

  George Pataki

  Topics in Uncategorized

  Tags in World, Medical, System

George Pataki (33)

Birth:	24th June, 1945
Nationality:	American
Profession:	Politician

About

George Elmer Pataki was born in Peekskill, New York, USA. He is an American politician who served as the 53rd Governor of New York from 1995–2007. A member of the Republican Party, he was elected Mayor of his home town of Peekskill, later going on to be elected to State Assembly, then State Senate. In early 2015, he began exploring a candidacy for the Republican nomination for President of the United States in 2016, and announced his candidacy on May 28, 2015. On December 29, 2015, he withdrew his presidential candidacy. He received his J.D. from Columbia Law School in 1970.

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