Day Two

Governor Cuomo started us off on the right note in yesterday's State of the State message to begin New York's 234th legislative session, and I think the underlying theme of his speech came through loud and clear: it's going to be difficult, but it's never been more important.

I couldn't agree more, and I welcome our new governor's call to arms, here at the beginning, for the political cooperation it's going to take to produce meaningful action on property tax relief, private-sector job creation, Medicaid restructuring, mandate relief, and so many of the other key issues facing us.

It's an exciting time, a challenging era in government, and I'm glad to be getting down to work.  Most of all, I can't encourage you enough to stay involved, remain interested in this government, and never hesitate to participate.