A special election in this state in May 2011 saw Kathy Hochul win a congressional seat. This state's Governor defeated Tea Party-backed candidate Carl Paladino in last year's election to replace outgoing Governor David (*) Paterson; he also scored a 
A special election in this state in May 2011 saw Kathy Hochul win a congressional seat. This state's Governor defeated Tea Party-backed candidate Carl Paladino in last year's election to replace outgoing Governor David (*) Paterson; he also scored a major legislative victory on June 24 when the State Senate passed the Marriage Equality Act, allowing gay marriage. For 10 points, name this state currently governed by Andrew Cuomo from the capital, Albany.
A special election in this state in May 2011 saw Kathy Hochul win a congressional seat.
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