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David Paterson to Become First African American Gov in NY History, First Blind Gov in US History

On Monday, New York Lieutenant Governor David Paterson will be sworn in to replace Eliot Spitzer as the state¹s chief executive. Paterson will become New York¹s first African American governor and the first blind governor in the nation¹s history. We speak with Harlem journalist Herb Boyd, who has covered Paterson for years; New York State Senator Liz Krueger, who worked closely with David Paterson during his time in the New York Senate; and Carl Augusto, the president of the American Foundation for the Blind.
Ref. https://www.democracynow.org/2008/3/13/davi...to_become_first

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Embattled New York Gov. David Paterson will not seek full term in office, Democratic Party source tells CNN.

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As NY Gov. Paterson Criticized for Alleged Interference on Aide's Behalf, a Look at Domestic Violence Nationwide

New York Governor David Paterson is facing increasing pressure from state Democrats to defend his actions or resign in the wake of allegations that he may have used his authority to influence a domestic violence case involving one of his top aides. As the pressure rises on Governor Paterson, we take a step back to look at the issue of domestic violence around the country with Terry O'Neill, president of the National Organization for Women. Ref. Source 8