George Pataki

George Pataki

United States United StatespoliticianMaleb. 19454.5Global Dominance: 0.05%

George Pataki is an American politician who served as the 53rd Governor of New York from 1995 to 2006. A member of the Republican Party, Pataki is known for his leadership during a pivotal time in New York's history, including the aftermath of the September 11 attacks, which significantly impacted his governorship. He focused on revitalizing New York's economy and infrastructure, and his administration is remembered for efforts to reduce taxes and foster economic growth. After leaving office, Pataki has remained active in public life, engaging in various philanthropic activities and political discussions.

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George Pataki, the state governor during the disaster, suggested that Mamdani should stay away from the ceremony.

Brief interaction between NYC Mayor Mamdani and AOC captured on video at 9/11 ceremony stirs up debate
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-09-12
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Former New York Republican Gov. George Pataki called on Mamdani to skip the ceremony.

Zohran Mamdani attends 9/11 Ground Zero ceremony despite calls to skip
Fox News·United StatesUnited States· 2026-09-11
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George Pataki, the Governor of New York, thanked Kürti Sándor for his company's efforts in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.

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Index.hu·HungaryHungary· 2026-09-11
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Some complaints came from Republican ex-Gov. George Pataki regarding Zohran Mamdani's attendance at the anniversary ceremony.

Live now: Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks
The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2026-09-11
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George Pataki argues that Mamadani's presence is offensive due to his past statements.

25 שנה ל-11 בספטמבר, ממדאני ישתתף בטקס
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-11
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Former New York Gov. George Pataki expressed that while he is generally inclusive, he feels that September 11 is different regarding attendance at the memorial ceremony.

Blakeman urges attendees to turn backs on Mamdani at 9/11 memorial
Fox News·United StatesUnited States· 2026-08-06
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The last Republican governor of New York, George Pataki, served until 2007.

Republican Elise Stefanik ends New York governor bid and will leave Congress
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-20
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The last Republican governor of New York, George Pataki, served until 2007.

Republican Rep Elise Stefanik announces run for New York governor
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-07
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Former Gov. George Pataki was the last Republican to win a gubernatorial election in New York.

Trump ally Stefanik signals potential run against Hochul for New York governor
Fox News·United StatesUnited States· 2025-06-04
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Howard attended the Retired Detectives Of The NYPD Honor The 53rd Governor Of New York George Pataki.

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Fox News·United StatesUnited States· 2025-02-16
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