Kathy Hochul actually said...

"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 res..."

"I will not commence removal proceedings."

"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 ser..."

"I cannot deny the people of this great city the power to make this decision for themselves."