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Located in the North Eastern United States, New York is the third most populated state. It is also home to the largest city in the U.S., New York City.
As one of the nation's most politically liberal states, New York saw a stunning political turnaround in on June 8, 2009. In what was described by CBS News as a "coup" NYC-based Democratic state senators Pedro Espada Jr. and Hiram Monserrate switched sides, giving Republican's control of the legislative body.CBS News: In New York, Senate "Coup" Takes Down Dems
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Fast Facts
- Capital: Albany
- Governor: David PatersonOfficial Site: David Paterson
- Population: 19,306,183 (2006 Estimate)U.S. Census Bureau: New York
- Founded: July 26, 1788
- Time zone: Eastern: UTC-5/-4
- Major cities: New York City, Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse
- Official state items: Bluebird (state bird), Rose (flower), Sugar Maple (tree), Apple (fruit), Beaver (animal)
- Nickname: The Empire State
- Motto: Excelsior
- Highest point: Mount Marcy
- Lowest point: Atlantic Ocean
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History
Originally claimed by Henry Hudson in 1609, New York became the 11th United State on July 26, 1788. Its first governor, George Clinton was inaugurated on July 30, 1777. -
George Paterson Swearing
On September 19, 2009 George David Paterson was officially sworn in as the states first legally blind Governor. -
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New York is home to several big cities, including Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse, and New York City. Also known as "The City That Never Sleeps", New York City is the not only the largest U.S. city, but also the most visited city in the U.S. -
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