David Paterson

David Paterson

Keynote Speaker: 55th Governor of New York, Civil Rights Advocate, Medicaid Reformer

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David Paterson Biography

David A. Paterson became New York's 55th Governor on March 17, 2008, and marked his entry into office as the state’s first black governor and the second legally-blind governor in U.S. history. In his initial address as Governor, Paterson detailed his vision to confront and surmount the challenges facing New York, aiming to foster a prosperous future for all its residents. During his tenure, Governor Paterson was proactive in addressing the State's fiscal challenges, even before the national awareness of the economic downturn heightened. His leadership spanned across several crises, including the most severe economic crisis New York State had ever faced, during which he implemented comprehensive reforms affecting various sectors.

Governor Paterson's administration was distinguished by significant reforms in health care and social policy. He rationalized New York's Medicaid reimbursement system to enhance investment in primary and preventative care. His legislative achievements include the overhaul of the Rockefeller Drug Laws and the enactment of the Bigger Better Bottle Bill after nearly a decade of effort. Moreover, under his leadership, reforms were initiated in the Empire Zone Program, the basic welfare grant was increased for the first time in 20 years, and unemployment insurance benefits were extended, all aimed at assisting those affected by economic turmoil and unemployment. In a vital move for transportation infrastructure, Governor Paterson successfully negotiated an MTA bailout plan, preventing drastic service reductions.

A strong advocate for civil rights, Governor Paterson introduced landmark legislation that ended legal discrimination against same-sex couples in New York, marking a significant step forward in civil rights. His political career began in 1985 when, at the age of 31, he was elected to represent Harlem in the New York State Senate, becoming the youngest Senator at the time. He broke new ground in 2003 as New York's first non-white legislative leader when he became the Senate's Minority Leader. His pioneering continued in 2007 when he became New York's first African-American Lieutenant Governor. In these roles, he championed crucial initiatives, including a $600 million stem cell research initiative, a statewide renewable energy strategy, actions to combat domestic violence, and support for minority and women-owned businesses.

Nationally recognized as an advocate for the visually and physically impaired, Governor Paterson maintains affiliations with the American Foundation for the Blind and serves on the Board of the Achilles Track Club. His ongoing commitment to public service and advocacy underscores his influential role in both state and national politics.

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David Paterson Speaking Topics

A Score of Years Since the Americans with Disabilities Act

The needs of disabled Americans and the economic responses to this challenge

The Inertia of Medical and Scientific Research

Erasing the fears of stem cell research

America’s Struggle for Energy Independence

Fighting dependency on oil from the Middle East to the possible dependency of clean energy technology from China

Civil Rights in the Next Generation

Racial relations forty years after Dr. King

The Battle for Marriage Equality

LGBT rights in an emerging society

David Paterson Videos

Governor David Paterson speaks at NYSCF's 2008 Gala on Vimeo

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What topics does David Paterson speak about?

David Paterson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Political, Disability, Inspirational and Government.

Where does David Paterson travel from?

David Paterson generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for David Paterson?

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David Paterson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Political, Disability and Inspirational. The estimated speaking fee range to book David Paterson for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. David Paterson generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Timothy Shriver, Tim Pawlenty and Mark Pollock. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Paterson for an upcoming event.

David Paterson Speaking Topics

  • A Score of Years Since the Americans with Disabilities Act

    The needs of disabled Americans and the economic responses to this challenge

  • The Inertia of Medical and Scientific Research

    Erasing the fears of stem cell research

  • America’s Struggle for Energy Independence

    Fighting dependency on oil from the Middle East to the possible dependency of clean energy technology from China

  • Civil Rights in the Next Generation

    Racial relations forty years after Dr. King

  • The Battle for Marriage Equality

    LGBT rights in an emerging society

David Paterson Videos

Governor David Paterson speaks at NYSCF's 2008 Gala on Vimeo
  • How do I book David Paterson to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like David Paterson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for David Paterson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for David Paterson or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book David Paterson for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for David Paterson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Paterson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does David Paterson speak about?

    David Paterson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Political, Disability, Inspirational and Government.
  • Where does David Paterson travel from?

    David Paterson generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for David Paterson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Paterson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book David Paterson for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host David Paterson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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