George Pataki

"After the tragedy, New Yorkers are more united than ever in their vision, as well as in appreciation what living in freedom means - and that if we stand together, we can accomplish anything."

"Israel is a country that respects freedom - freedom of assembly, freedom of speech and freedom of worship."

"We know that when people are safe in their homes, they are free to pursue their dream for a brighter economic future for themselves and their families."

"Our decade of change has unleashed the ingenuity, creativity, and character of the most extraordinary people in the world - the people of this state, who come from every corner of the globe."

"If someone lives in New York, he's a New Yorker - they are entitled to the best medical system in the world."

"We also have a program in place for low income people. A family of four making $26,000 a year can receive medical coverage, irrespective of citizenship or what documents."

"I can govern by bringing people together. And also, I've been tested in a way no one else has. I was governor on September 11th, and I'm proud of my leadership in bringing New York through that time. And when I left, we were stronger, we were safer, and we were more united than at any time in my lifetime."