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David Paterson stories: 93 news summaries

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 NY Prefers Spitzer 
 to Paterson: Poll 

Only 19% think Paterson is doing a good job

May 4, 09 1:38 PM CDT
(Newser) - Gov. David Paterson is so unpopular in New York that most would prefer to see his hooker-loving predecessor Eliot Spitzer running Albany, the Daily News reports. A Marist College poll showed that 51% would rather see Spitzer as top dog, while only 19% of New Yorkers said Paterson was doing... More »

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Rudy Giuliani • New York • poll • Eliot Spitzer • governor • approval ratings • David Paterson

Paterson Settles Discrimination Suit for $300K

Then-state senator accused of firing white photog to hire black

May 1, 09 12:44 PM CDT
(Newser) - New York Gov. David Paterson won’t have his day in court after all. The state has settled a case brought by a former photographer for the state senate who accused Paterson, then the minority leader, of reverse discrimination, the Post reports. Joseph Maioriello originally sought $1.5 million in... More »

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New York • federal courts • David Paterson • New York state • racial discrimination • Joseph Maioriello

 Paterson Introduces 
 Gay-Marriage Bill 

It's a civil rights issue: NY gov

Apr 16, 09 11:43 AM CDT
(Newser) - Inspired by Vermont’s legalization of gay marriage, New York Gov. David Paterson has introduced legislation to bring “equality to everyone” in his state, too. It’s the second time he has touted the same-sex marriage bill, the Post reports. Paterson today urged the legislature to move it forward—... More »

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gay rights • gay marriage • New York • state legislature • David Paterson



 Paterson 
 to Push for 
 Gay Marriage 

But bill's passage through the NY legislature is not certain

Apr 14, 09 11:21 AM CDT
(Newser) - Gov. David Paterson plans to introduce a bill to legalize same-sex marriage, the New York Times reports, doing so without the customary cultivation of legislative support in the wake of laws legalizing gay unions in Iowa and Vermont. Sources close to the governor say he feels New York should plow... More »

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gay rights • gay marriage • Eliot Spitzer • David Paterson • culture wars • state assembly

New York to Roll Back
Strict '70s Drug Laws

Gov., legislative leaders make deal to repel mandatory sentences

Mar 26, 09 5:40 AM CDT
(Newser) - New York's governor and legislative leaders have agreed to repeal some of the nation's most draconian drug laws, the New York Times reports. The move to dismantle strict mandatory sentencing guidelines set down in 1973 means judges will have the option of sending many first-time nonviolent drug offenders to treatment... More »

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drugs • law • New York • mandatory minimums • sentencing guidelines • David Paterson • New York state • Howard Stern Grid

 Popular Porcupine Ads 
 Prod NY Governor 

Activists say state aid cuts will hurt wildlife industry

Mar 20, 09 3:42 PM CDT
(Newser) - New York’s wildlife advocates are hoping an unemployed porcupine can help in a prickly battle with Gov.David Paterson, Audubon Magazine reports. Paterson has proposed cutting $9 million from the state’s 76 zoos, botanical gardens, and aquariums. To convince lawmakers to reject the cuts, opponents are releasing humorous... More »

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New York • zoo • David Paterson • aquarium • botanical garden

Uninsured Young Adults Play Doctor

Some feel invincible
but most just can't afford pricey premiums

Feb 18, 09 9:19 AM CST
(Newser) - Twentysomethings in low-paying jobs with no health coverage are taking up the slack with self-diagnosis and treatment, a potentially dangerous practice that may seem unavoidable. Many say they face a choice between buying insurance and making rent—and they're opting for the latter. "They’re new to the work... More »

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health care • health insurance • New York • Manhattan • young adult • health insurance premiums • David Paterson

Paterson Leaked
False Dirt on Caroline

Tax/nanny issues a mirage

Feb 4, 09 12:23 PM CST
(Newser) - When Caroline Kennedy ended her Senate campaign, David Paterson’s administration leaked confidential and misleading information about her, the New York Times reports. Paterson aides told reporters that Kennedy had “a definite tax issue” and “a nanny problem” that “she didn’t want to become public.... More »

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Hillary Clinton • New York • Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg • press leaks • David Paterson • Senate seat

Paterson's Poll Numbers Tank After Debacle With Caroline

Guv cancels Davos trip to shore up support

Jan 27, 09 7:20 AM CST
(Newser) - New York Gov. David Paterson's poll numbers have hit the toilet as he grapples with a $15.8 billion deficit and reaction to his handling of the Caroline Kennedy Senate decision, reports the New York Daily News. The numbers have so spooked Paterson that he's decided to ditch his trip... More »

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Attorney General • New York • Andrew Cuomo • governor • Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg • Davos • David Paterson • budget shortfall • poll numbers

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When It Comes to Politics, Gillibrand's a Natural

Friends think new NY senator could someday be prez

Jan 24, 09 1:55 PM CST
(Newser) - Her name isn't well-known outside Albany, but associates of New York's newest senator say Kirsten Gillibrand will change that soon enough. Gillibrand is such a natural and skilled politician that her friends matter-of-factly expect the 42-year-old mother of two to run for president someday, the New York Times reports in... More »

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Senate • New York • David Paterson • Kirsten Gillibrand

 Gov. Rips 
 'Nasty' 
 Caroline 

She showed 'great disrepect,' Paterson complained at party

Jan 24, 09 10:00 AM CST
(Newser) - New York State Gov. David Paterson complained that Caroline Kennedy turned "nasty" as he was about to pick a replacement for Hillary Clinton's Senate seat, the New York Post reveals. Patterson, who chose Kirsten Gillibrand on Friday, grumbled to friends at a party that Kennedy "disrespected" him with... More »

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Hillary Clinton • New York • Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg • David Paterson • Kirsten Gillibrand

(Newser) - Newly named Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand isn't too popular among her peers, Politico reports. The ambitious politician, who took Hillary Clinton's old seat today, has earned the nickname “Tracy Flick”—a reference to Reese Witherspoon's competitive, bubbly character in Election—for bypassing older lawmakers on her way up the... More »

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Senate • David Paterson • Kirsten Gillibrand

 Gillibrand Named to Senate 


Jan 23, 09 12:14 PM CST
(Newser) - David Paterson named Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand as Hillary Clinton’s replacement today, vaulting the little-known Democrat onto the national stage and into a post once thought reserved for Caroline Kennedy, the Times Union reports. “I believe I have found the best candidate,” said Paterson, insisting that the Albany-area... More »

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Senate • New York • Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg • David Paterson • Kirsten Gillibrand

Gillibrand Too Gun-Happy for NY, Rival Says

Long Island Rep. McCarthy threatens challenge in 2010

Jan 23, 09 10:43 AM CST
(Newser) - Citing her support of guns, Long Island Rep. Carolyn McCarthy is threatening a 2010 primary challenge to reported Senate appointee Kirsten Gillibrand, Newsday reports. McCarthy, a gun-control advocate, lost her husband in a 1993 shooting spree. “I’m not going to let New York state get represented by someone... More »

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Charles Schumer • Senate • gun control • New York • Long Island • Carolyn McCarthy • David Paterson • Kirsten Gillibrand • Bill Maher Grid

 Gillibrand Picked as NY Senator 

Gov. Paterson taps upstate centrist to take Clinton's seat

Jan 23, 09 3:34 AM CST
(Newser) - Albany-area Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand will be Hillary Clinton's replacement in the Senate, reports the New York Times. An aide to the Democrat confirmed that she has accepted the appointment and Gov. David Paterson is expected to make the announcement at noon today. Paterson made his choice before dawn after lengthy... More »

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Senate • New York • Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg • David Paterson • Kirsten Gillibrand

(Newser) - Gov. Paterson says he'll name Hillary Clinton's replacement for the Senate tomorrow, and strong signs point to Albany-area Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand, the Times Union reports. Given the recent carnival regarding the seat, it's probably best to hold off wagering, but two confidential sources say the Democrat will be named, and... More »

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Congress • Senate • New York • David Paterson • Kirsten Gillibrand • political appointment

Latest on Why Caroline's Out:
Nanny, Taxes, Husband

The leaks continue o

Jan 22, 09 4:22 PM CST
(Newser) - So what’s the real reason behind Caroline Kennedy’s withdrawal? Depends on whom you ask. An aide to New York Gov. David Paterson says she had a tax problem and a possible nanny issue that emerged in vetting, the Times reports. But a Kennedy pal says she dropped because... More »

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Senate • New York • nanny • Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg • David Paterson • Edward Schlossberg

Ted Kennedy Upset Caroline Used Cancer
as Excuse

Suggestion hurts his legislative efforts: aides

Jan 22, 09 2:47 PM CST
(Newser) - Ted Kennedy and his aides are livid that his niece Caroline is citing his health problems among reasons for her withdrawing from consideration for Hillary Clinton’s Senate seat, Time reports. Associates say the Massachusetts senator is doing well and fully committed to his goal of passing universal health-care legislation—... More »

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cancer • Hillary Clinton • Senate • Senate Democrats • New York • Ted Kennedy • Massachusetts • Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg • David Paterson

(Newser) - Caroline Kennedy says she doesn't want to be a senator just now. After hours of conflicting media reports, Kennedy released a statement after midnight saying she had called Gov. David Paterson and withdrawn her name from contention because of "personal reasons," the New York Times reports. A source... More »

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Senate • New York • Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg • David Paterson

UPDATED

 Reports: Caroline Drops Out  


Jan 21, 09 6:27 PM CST
(Newser) - Caroline Kennedy has removed her name from contention to fill the Senate seat of Hillary Clinton, reports the New York Times. Kennedy called Gov. Paterson today to withdraw her name, citing concerns over the health of her uncle Ted, an anonymous insider told the Times. The New York Post also... More »

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Senate • Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg • David Paterson

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