We have been actively trying to have New York City host the 2012 Olympics.
You know, there are some areas of the state that are providing enormous help to their students; there are others where they're not doing what they can.
When government accepts responsibility for people, then people no longer take responsibility for themselves.
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.
We passed important laws to give the authorities responsible for investigation wide powers to defend us.
We have a reliable computerized network devoted to counterterrorist activities.
We will emerge stronger as a diverse community; the area will be rebuilt with life around the clock, new buildings, restaurants, places of entertainment.
If someone lives in New York, he's a New Yorker - they are entitled to the best medical system in the world.
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.
And one of the frustrating parts, but it's an inherent part of our democracy, is we have separation of powers.
But, you know, all I can do is submit my budget and then make the case to the Legislature to act.
First, how to memorialize the heroes of 9/11; second, something that expresses our resolve.
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.
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.
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.