"This is a more than adequate book for college students interested in the government and politics of New York State … The areas of intergovernmental relations and regional differences, so often ignored in such books, are well covered." — CHOICE"This is an interesting book for those who like to know how state governments operate, especially in a diverse state like New York, and the role that demographics play." — Portland Book ReviewPraise for the previous editions"This book provides the reader with informed perspectives on New York State government and politics. It will be useful to students as well as the citizens of New York and beyond." — Peter J. Galie, author of Ordered Liberty: A Constitutional History of New York"The most up-to-date and comprehensive survey of government and politics in the State of New York." — Howard A. Scarrow, author of Parties, Elections, and Representation in the State of New York