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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

This is an opportunity to install safeguards that we need to have in place to give people confidence that there’s only one factor in every decision that’s made, and that’s what’s best for the people of the city.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

My strong belief is that the will of the voters and the supremacy and sanctity of democratic elections preclude me from any other action.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

I would never, under any circumstances extradite the physician.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

Think about this the next time you’re stuck in traffic.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

These disruptive and unsanctioned work stoppages by some correction officers must end as they are jeopardizing the safety of their colleagues, the prison population, and causing undue fear for the residents in the surrounding communities.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

While I am confident we will resolve this illegal strike, I am grateful for the thousands of correction officers and staff that are continuing to report for duty - I thank them for their continued service and for doing the right thing.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

My strong belief is that the will of voters and ... the sanctity of democratic elections preclude me from any other action.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

After careful consideration, I have determined that I will not commence removal proceedings at this time.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

I was deeply troubled by the accusations leveled at Mayor Eric Adams.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

In the 235 years of New York State history, these powers have never been utilized to remove a duly-elected mayor.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

I recognize the immense responsibility I hold as governor and the constitutional powers granted to this office.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

The alleged conduct at City Hall that has been reported over the past two weeks is troubling and cannot be ignored.

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Gavin Newsom
@gavinnewsom· Democratic · CA· Feb 19, 2025

Following the recent LA fires, I am proposing $125 million in mortgage relief for homeowners who have been impacted by natural disasters since 2023 and are at risk of foreclosure.

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Gavin Newsom
@gavinnewsom· Democratic · CA· Feb 19, 2025

As survivors heal from the trauma of recent disasters, the threat of foreclosure should be the last thing on their minds.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 18, 2025

President Donald Trump tweeted, 'Long live the king.' I’m here to say New York hasn’t labored under a king in over 250 years.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 18, 2025

The streets of this city, where battles were fought, we stood up to a king and we won then and we will.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 18, 2025

I’m here to say: New York hasn’t labored under a king in over 250 years and we are not — we sure as hell are not going to start now.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 18, 2025

But if it is not resolved, I will send in the National Guard to secure the facilities in question.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 18, 2025

My administration and I have been and will continue meeting with union leadership to resolve this situation immediately.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 18, 2025

These disruptive and unsanctioned work stoppages by some correction officers must end as they are jeopardizing the safety of their colleagues, the prison population, and causing undue fear for the residents in the surrounding communities.

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