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I see a New York that is once again the empire state.

It's time for the people of the Empire State to strike back.

We've shown the world that New York can never be defeated, because of its dynamic and diverse population and because it embodies the spirit of enterprise and the love of liberty. And because no matter who you are, if you believe in yourself and your dream, New York will always be the place for you.

The art and culture that is New York, communications, finance, all these things help make up New York. The rest of the country should be happy that we are what we are.

I see a New York where people who are down on their luck can get back on the road to responsibility, a job and dignity.

The present in New York is so powerful that the past is lost.

New York State is upside down and backwards; high taxes and low performance. The New York State government was at one time a national model. Now, unfortunately, it's a national disgrace. Sometimes, the corruption in Albany could even make Boss Tweed blush.

I think New York will always be this incredible international crossroads, and I don't think that will ever change.

The trouble with New York today is that it's lost its balance. I love the new, greener New York, but it takes all kinds of worlds to make a World.

New York is a passionate city. They want a winner. They deserve a winner. I think we did an outstanding job of bringing it back.