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TOPIC: 2010 Gov-NY "It's time to go, Dave" (NYPost 2/26/10) "Paterson drops his re-elect bid" (Washington Examiner 2/26/10)

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Date: Feb 26, 2010

2010 Gov-NY "It's time to go, Dave" (NYPost 2/26/10) "Paterson drops his re-elect bid" (Washington Examiner 2/26/10)	Permalink

EDITORIAL "It's time to go, Dave" (Front page headline this morning) "Enough, Governor Editorial, Last Updated: 8:53 AM, February 26, 2010, Posted: February 26, 2010 It's time for David Paterson to close out his role in one of the strangest episodes in New York history -- and turn over the affairs of state to his lieutenant governor, Richard Ravitch. We don't prescribe this lightly. But new developments make it painfully clear that the accidental governor lacks the credibility to effectively see New York through its current crises. And that he has no hope of gaining it. More . . . " " Gov. Paterson to drop election bid; announcement expected soon FREDRIC U. DICKER and MAGGIE HABERMAN, Last Updated: 10:51 AM, February 26, 2010, Posted: 9:37 AM, February 26, 2010 Gov. David Paterson has told Democratic leaders that he won't seek election to a full term amid a roiling scandal over whether he and his troopers intimidated a woman who'd reported domestic violence against one of his top aides, The Post has learned. Paterson communicated his intentions to top advisers and supporters, saying he'll make an announcement today, multiple sources said -- confirming a Post report. Paterson, who took over the state's top spot when Eliot Spitzer resigned after it was disclosed that he had sex with a prostitute, is expected to say he won't resign. Just last night Paterson said he intended to continue his campaign, which he launched this past weekend. But he also said he would talk to fellow Democrats about his future. More . . . " " Paterson drops his re-elect bid By: David Freddoso Online Opinion Editor 02/26/10 10:44 AM EST Democrat Gov. David Paterson of New York is calling it quits, choosing not to run for re-election, the New York Daily News reports. Paterson has been under fire for having contacted a woman who accused one of his top aides of domestic violence....The decision clears the way for Attorney General Andrew Cuomo, who is the favorite of many Democrats, to seek the nomination unimpeded. " Source link ================ Adding: A news conference is expected any moment. (Just heard this Fox News) -- Edited by Sanders on Friday 26th of February 2010 07:56:21 PM __________________ *Democracy needs defending* - SOS Hillary Clinton, Sept 8, 2010 Democracy is more than just elections - SOS Hillary Clinton, Oct 28, 2010 Madam Secretary Blog at ForeignPolicy.com Project Vote Smart - Stay informed and engaged!

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RE: 2010 NY-GOV "It's time to go, Dave" (NYPost 2/26/10) "Paterson drops his re-elect bid" (Washington Examiner 2/26/10)	Permalink

Good riddance!! If you don't know why, read this (the following is all in quotes): "The latest: Paterson and the State Police apparently tried to dissuade a woman from seeking an order of protection against a key gubernatorial aide, David Johnson. [snip] "The scandal, of course, is just the latest in a string of Paterson fiascos -- ranging from his allegedly politically motivated awarding of a casino contract to months of nonfeasance in the conduct of his daily duties -- that has reduced state government to a sad, shabby joke. "Simply put, David Paterson is unquali fied to hold the office he inherited when the equally scandal-scarred Eliot Spitzer resigned it two years ago. "Paterson's public-safety czar, Denise O'Donnell, jumped ship yesterday, and we doubt she'll be the last. "'That the governor and members of the State Police have acknowledged direct contact with a woman who had filed for an order of protection against a senior member of the governor's staff is a very serious matter," O'Donnell said. "The woman, Sherr-una Booker, a 40-year-old mother of two, sought a court order after Johnson allegedly choked her. "She says troopers "harassed" her to get her to "drop the charges." And, a day before her hearing, her lawyer says, the governor himself called her." Read more: http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/enough_governor_mIkmvw6yJ0qvRKceXp63jO#ixzz0gfYDD256 __________________ Barack/Barry: If you're NOT LEGIT, then you MUST QUIT!!

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Date: Feb 26, 2010

RE: 2010 Gov-NY "It's time to go, Dave" (NYPost 2/26/10) "Paterson drops his re-elect bid" (Washington Examiner 2/26/10)	Permalink

If that's true, and it's probably not likely that Paterson would plan not to seek reelection. If the did try to talk this woman out of pressing charges against her abuser, he doesn't deserve to be a public official. __________________ It was we, the people; not we, the white male citizens; nor yet we, the male citizens; but we, the whole people, who formed the Union.... Men, their rights and nothing more; women, their rights and nothing less. ~Susan B. Anthony

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