Rebuilding New York City

In New York City, I have continued to work to advance the economic revitalization of Lower Manhattan. In addition to the $20 billion aid package enacted shortly after September 11th, I worked to extend the Liberty Zone tax benefits including a bonding proposal that will generate nearly $8 billion in new investment and will enable New York City’s businesses to continue their economic recovery.

While many challenges of the rapidly changing economy still lie ahead, I believe that New York’s workers, businessmen and women are among the most talented and innovative in the nation. I will continue to work to ensure that New York workers have the skills and tools they need to succeed, and I will continue to promote an agenda that encourages entrepreneurship, creates jobs and fosters new opportunities.