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Andrew Cuomo: “I don't believe there was ever a governor who became mayor…”

Featuring: Andrew Cuomo, Democratic | Former Governor of New York

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Andrew Cuomo Discusses Reform and Leadership with Citizens Union

Published | Video Starts at 16:09

But again, you do it within parameters that are reasonable. And I know the reasonable parameters. I also know the interaction between city government and state agencies like no other person will have known. I don't believe there was ever a governor who became mayor of the city of New York. And I think that brings distinct advantages. I know what the Port Authority does. I know what the MTA does. I know what they can do. (16:09–16:17)

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Asserts that no former governor has become the mayor of New York City.

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