Governor Pataki Going Left

One would imagine that the following story represents good news for conservatives.

Gov. George Pataki said last week in Albany that he will "absolutely not" include tax increases in the 2004-05 budget, which he is scheduled to propose in January.

It would have been perfect if he had then just shut up. But, noooo! He went on.

The governor also told reporters that he would be open to proposals to raise the state's minimum wage, but says he would prefer that Congress increase the minimum wage nationally so as not to hurt the state's competitive position.

Okay, let's analyze this statement. First, he's trying his damnedest to bend over for the New York limousine lefties by advocating an increase in minimum wage. Second, he recognizes, acknowledges, and is quite ready to put the screws to the business climate in the state (i.e. minimum wage laws cause businesses to relocate). Third, he cowardly wants to hide his leftism by having Congress put the screws to all businesses in the country.

Personally, I think this type of stealth governance indicates that Gov. Pataki lives too close to Chappaqua.

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