New York’s lieutenant Governor David Paterson was sworn in as the 55th Governor of New York on Monday, one week after the resignation of Eliot Spitzer, who was linked to a prostitution ring.
Paterson, who is legally blind, is now the first African American Governor of New York state.
He is also only the fourth African American Governor in the history of the United States.
Paterson stated “Today is Monday. There is work to be done. There is trust that needs to be restored. There are issues that need to be addressed. And all of us as we set to it must be aware of one truth that rises above all else; it is that New York families are more challenged today than they even were yesterday.”
Paterson memorizes the majority of his speeches due to the fact he is legally blind.
He looked serious and determined in his new role though, giving New Yorkers a feeling of trust once again.