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The Capitol Connection #749

http://stream.publicbroadcasting.net/production/mp3/wamc/local-wamc-656278.mp3

Albany, NY – Host Alan Chartock is joined by New York Lieutenant Governor David Paterson. Alan asks the Lieutenant Governor about his top priorities including expanding the use of renewable energy in New York. Paterson gives some honest and direct answers to questions about the recent troubles in the Spitzer Administration and the effect it has had. They'll also talk about the '08 elections, the chances of Democrats gaining control of the state Senate and speculation that Paterson could replace Hillary Clinton in the U.S. Senate if she is elected President.