This administration loves to say you're fired because they think they're living in a game show. Once again, this is not a silly game called the apprentice. These are real peoples lives.

I respect the rule of law. I respect our democracy.

This is part of our self-determination as states. This is voted on by duly elected representatives of the people of New York.

We have to stand up to him now more than ever and say, no, you're not going to boss us around. We're New Yorkers.

This is good for New York.

ensure that antisemitic theories are not promoted in the classroom

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

the bear’s been poked.

Someone draws first blood, you respond.

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

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

It would be an honor to have them.