“One thing I have tried to emphasize to every person in my administration is that I expect them to tackle our toughest problems full-force and without fear of failure or second-guessing.  Whether or not New Yorkers agree with this particular proposal, I am glad we have a Governor who is trying bold solutions to big problems.  That said, there comes a time when the wisest move is to focus on different challenges, and I congratulate Governor Spitzer for demonstrating that today.  Washington’s failure to come up with an immigration policy is what’s really hurting us, and I’ll continue to work with the Governor to lobby for the kind of change we need.”