"When government accepts responsibility for people, then people no longer take responsibility for themselves."
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George Pataki, born on July 24, 1945, in Peekskill, New York, is a distinguished American politician and lawyer who served as the 53rd governor of New York from 1995 to 2006. A member of the Republican Party, Pataki is noted for his leadership during the aftermath of the September 11 attacks, advocating for resilience and reconstruction in New York City. His tenure was marked by significant tax cuts and efforts to enhance the state’s economy, leaving a legacy of fiscal reform and urban renewal.
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"I can govern by bringing people together. And also, I've been tested in a way no one else has. I was governor on September 11th, and I'm proud of my leadership in bringing New York through that time. And when I left, we were stronger, we were safer, and we were more united than at any time in my lifetime."
George Pataki"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
"If someone lives in New York, he's a New Yorker - they are entitled to the best medical system in the world."
George Pataki