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Former New York Gov. Pataki Endorses John Kasich Ahead of Primary

By  Radhika Marya and Ben Fractenberg | April 14, 2016 8:40pm 

 Former New York Gov. George Pataki (left) endorsed Republican Ohio Gov. John Kasich (right) on the night of a GOP gala in Manhattan, April 14, 2016.
Former New York Gov. George Pataki (left) endorsed Republican Ohio Gov. John Kasich (right) on the night of a GOP gala in Manhattan, April 14, 2016.
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NEW YORK CITY — Former New York Gov. George Pataki announced Thursday that he was endorsing Ohio Gov. John Kasich's presidential campaign.

"I hope New York Republicans come out and vote for somebody who can win the race — Gov. John Kasich," Pataki told reporters at the New York State Republican Gala, which was held Thursday night at Midtown's Grand Hyatt Hotel.

Pataki, who ended his own presidential bid at the end of 2015, will serve as a national co-chair for Kasich for America, according to a statement from the Kasich campaign. Pataki was governor of New York from 1995 to 2006.

"I'm thrilled to receive Governor Pataki's endorsement. George is a formidable leader who ran his campaign with great integrity," said Kasich in a statement.

"On the campaign trail in the Governor's home state of New York, I spoke recently about our choice between the path of optimism and unity on one side and the path of division and fear on the other. I deeply appreciate Governor Pataki's willingness to walk alongside us on the higher path."

Pataki's endorsement came just days before the New York State primary election, which takes place Tuesday, April 19.

READ MORE: Here's What You Need to Know About the New York Primary Election