I, like many others, believed Patrick would continue with his commitment to those who had supported his gubernatorial campaign.

They want people who are going to serve by lifting others up, not tearing them down.

These are the grassroots and the foundation of our party. These aren't party bosses. These are people, individuals, who really care about their community and they've been extremely considerate and sincere in this process.

I really believe in the campaign I'm running and I believe that this district, and Albany, does need a fresh approach. Thumping one's chest and stomping one's feet doesn't really get us anywhere, it clearly hasn't.