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Paterson prepares for unexpected role as Governor

David A. Paterson, after being sworn in as the 55th governor this afternoon, will call for ending partisan wars to achieve a "good budget," and more opportunities for all residents to succeed through hard work -- a reference to his own striving to overcome blindness.

In his speech -- expected to be about 20 minutes -- Paterson will attempt to bolster residents' faith in state government after...

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