Governor Paterson lashes out at NYS Senate - Calls for an extraordinary session for this evening.

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Published June 30, 2009 at 1:44 PM EDT

Albany, NY – Governor Paterson and New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg gave the State Senate a tongue lashing today for their inaction on critical legislation as the power struggle for control of the chamber remains unresolved. Paterson was joined by dozens of local officals and citizens at his news conference held this afternoon. Listen to the entire event.

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