The federal government might say, ‘You’re fired,’ but here in New York, we say, ‘You’re hired,’

I will stand up to protest when I believe I'm doing something that is right for the people of this state.

We are a nation of laws, not ruled by a king.

Someone draws first blood, you respond.

ensure that antisemitic theories are not promoted in the classroom

the bear’s been poked.

It would be an honor to have them.

In fact, we love federal workers. Whatever your skills, we value public service.

The federal government might say ‘You’re fired,’ but here in New York, we say ‘You’re hired.’

Don't think that you can just come in and bully us around and not expect a reaction from governors.

They do not tell us in New York what to do, nor does Washington when it comes to policies that we believe are going to reduce congestion.