2010 New York Gubernatorial Election

The 2010 New York Gubernatorial Election was held on November 2, 2010, to elect the governor of New York. The main candidates were Democrat Andrew Cuomo, the state's Attorney General, and Republican Carl Paladino, a businessman. Cuomo focused on restoring the state's economy and reducing budget deficits, while Paladino campaigned on a platform of fiscal reform and anti-establishment sentiment. Cuomo won decisively, receiving about 62% of the vote compared to Paladino's 38%. His victory signaled strong support for Democratic leadership in a challenging economic climate. Cuomo subsequently became governor, influencing state policies for the following years.