George Pataki Quotes & Sayings

“We know that when people are safe in their homes, they are free to pursue their dream for a brighter economic future for themselves and their families.”

“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.”

“On that terrible day, a nation became a neighborhood. All Americans became New Yorkers.”

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

“Israel is a country that respects freedom - freedom of assembly, freedom of speech and freedom of worship.”

“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.”

“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.”

“When government accepts responsibility for people, then people no longer take responsibility for themselves.”

“The expansion of tobacco cessation centers is an important part of our historic and continuing effort to help smokers quit. The expansion of these centers will give even more New Yorkers the help they need to quit once and for all.”

“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.”