A former New York governor reflects on his leadership during the immediate aftermath of the September 11 attacks, detailing the state’s response to the unprecedented crisis and the nation’s collective shock. The discussion offers firsthand insights into the challenges faced in the hours following the tragedy and the governor’s role in guiding the state through one of its darkest moments. For those interested in historical perspectives on national resilience, this conversation provides a direct look at how officials navigated the fallout of the attacks.
Twenty-five years ago, George Pataki was governor of New York when the Sept. 11 attacks transformed his state and the country. In the hours that followed, Pataki helped lead New York through an unimaginable crisis as the country confronted the enormity of what had happened. Pataki joined Geoff Bennett to discuss that response.
