Political Quotes

Kathy Hochul

The Public Record

Kathy Hochul is the 57th Governor of New York, having assumed office on August 24, 2021. She is the first female governor of the state. Prior to her governorship, Hochul served as the Lieutenant Governor of New York from January 1, 2015, until she became governor. Throughout her political career, she has focused on issues such as economic development, women's rights, and public safety.

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  1. As data center development threatens to hike up utility bills, deplete our natural resources, and create uncertainty for New Yorkers, it’s my responsibility to take action and lead.17 sources2026northdakotamonitor.com
  2. Keeping New Yorkers safe is my top priority which is why I’m proud to deliver record investments in law enforcement to crack down on crime, strengthen critical protections for New Yorkers and keep communities across our state safe from harm.2 sources2026governor.ny.gov
  3. The bottom line is progress shouldn't arrive with a higher utility bill, deleted water supply or noise pollution. So we have no choice but to address these challenges created by these massive facilities.2 sources2026npr.org
  4. And to those suing us, those trying to block the implementation of this law who’ve tried before and failed, our law has already been upheld by the courts, but if you try me again, I say, bring it on.2 sources2026foxnews.com
Sep 11, 2026

The terrorist attacks on September 11 forever reshaped our city and state, and every year on the anniversary New Yorkers feel the weight of unimaginable tragedy and honor the lives lost.

foxnews.com
Sep 3, 2026

Release the $87 million you owe us. Because if you don’t release the counterterrorism funding, you’re betraying every family that lost someone on 9/11.

talkingpointsmemo.com
Sep 2, 2026

Don’t undermine our public safety efforts. Don’t defund the police who thwart terror attacks. Don’t play political games with people’s lives.

theguardian.com
Aug 30, 2026

Renaming the lake was deflecting from the real needs of Americans.

npr.org
Aug 29, 2026

I urge the president to mend relationships with Canada so our farmers and our consumers and our families do not continue suffering from this inane war over tariffs.

thestar.com
Aug 28, 2026

My state would not be calling it Lake America.

bbc.co.uk
Aug 28, 2026

New York won’t be calling it that.

foxnews.com
Aug 26, 2026

Because we need local cops hunting down criminals, not kindergartners. Breaking up drug rings, not breaking up families. Arresting gun runners, not grandmas.

foxnews.com
Aug 26, 2026

And to those suing us, those trying to block the implementation of this law who’ve tried before and failed, our law has already been upheld by the courts, but if you try me again, I say, bring it on.

foxnews.com
Aug 26, 2026

No county executive should think that they are above the law in the state of New York.

foxnews.com
Aug 24, 2026

Needlessly picking fights with our allies and raising prices here at home. That’s Trump’s economic policy in a nutshell.

nationalpost.com
Aug 23, 2026

That appears to me on its face to be a violation of civil rights to cause that kind of physical harm to an individual regardless of what the offense may be.

thebulwark.com
Aug 21, 2026

Earlier this year, amid a rise in political violence and threats against public officials, we took steps to strengthen security at the State Capitol and across state government.

bbc.co.uk
Aug 21, 2026

I'm grateful to the FBI for leading this investigation and to the New York State Police for their work to apprehend this dangerous individual.

bbc.co.uk
Aug 21, 2026

Today, the U.S. Department of Justice and FBI announced the arrest of an individual who allegedly plotted an attack on the New York State Capitol. I'm grateful to the FBI for leading this investigation and to the New York State Police for…

cbsnews.com
Aug 20, 2026

We need to pause and assess the implications of these data centers on our energy future.

foxnews.com
Aug 16, 2026

Jewish New Yorkers have every right to worship openly, proudly, and without fear.

theguardian.com
Aug 7, 2026

We stand firm in our belief that masked agents do not make New York safer and our offices are reviewing all legal options at this time.

haitiantimes.com
Aug 4, 2026

The Supreme Court has made it clear that this administration cannot ignore the law to impose sweeping tariffs.

theguardian.com
Aug 4, 2026

President Trump’s illegal tariffs are nothing more than a tax on hardworking families, driving up the cost of groceries, household essentials, building materials, and countless everyday goods that New Yorkers rely on.

theguardian.com
Aug 4, 2026

President Trump's illegal tariffs are nothing more than a tax on hardworking families.

bbc.co.uk
Jul 24, 2026

Anyone who tries to tear that apart will be met with the full force of the law.

nationalpost.com
Jul 24, 2026

The fear in the Jewish community is real. Every New Yorker deserves to feel safe in their neighborhood, regardless of their faith or identity.

foxnews.com

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