David Paterson Affair

David Paterson Affair

New York Governor David Paterson has admitted to having had an extra-marital affair from 1999 to 2001.

This revelation came just hours after being sworn in as the new governor following the Eliot Spitzer scandal.

The governor's wife, Michelle Paige Paterson, admitted that she was unfaithful in their marriage as well. They both decided to go public with the information because of rumors circulating around Albany, New York.

The governor did deny a rumor that he has a child with another woman. The identity of the former relationship partner has not been revealed.

Fast Facts

Occurred between 1999 and 2001
Frequented the Days Inn at Broadway and W. 94th St.
Both parties broke marriage vows
Only one woman involved
No children from the affair
Reports that no state money was used to purchase hotel rooms

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David Paterson Affair News

New York Daily News: "Gov. Paterson admits to sex with other woman for years" (March 17, 2008)
CNNPolitics.com: Report: New York governor, wife admit to past infidelities (March 17, 2008)
Video: Gov Paterson Fess's Up! (Time: 9:09)
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David Paterson Affair Blogs and Commentaries

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Huffington Post: David Paterson, New York's New Governor, Admits To Extramarital Affairs For Years (March 17, 2008)
Wonkette: David Paterson's Horrible Affair ... (March 17, 2008)
New York Magazine: Daily Intelligencer: David Paterson Had an Affair! ... (March 17, 2008)

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