Senator Adams' statement regarding Governor Paterson's decision to end his campaign

MEDIA ADVISORY

NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS CALLS FOR AN IMMEDIATE END TO DEMANDS FOR GOVERNOR DAVID PATERSON’S RESIGNATION
 
NYS Senator Eric Adams urges a comprehensive focus on developing a fiscally responsible budget and a cessation of all discussion of Governor Paterson’s resignation pending the outcome of a thorough investigation into any charges against him.
 
Senator Adams states:        “The State of New York faces unprecedented fiscal difficulties.  The promulgation of a carefully crafted budget is our highest priority.  It is of utmost importance that we tackle and solve the challenging issues facing our state, and I strongly urge that all our attention be devoted to these matters.
 
“I respect the decision by Governor Paterson to terminate his campaign for a full four-year term, and I urge that any further discussion of his future await the outcome of investigative endeavors.”                                                                                 

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