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Another day, another unconfirmed report of scandal brewing in the Paterson administration.

While New York Magazine quotes an unnamed source as saying that the eagerly-anticipated New York Times story will be "PG-13, not XXX," new salacious reports of yet another alleged affair bubbled up today.

WPIX reports:

A high ranking Democratic source in Albany says the latest unsubstantiated report making the rounds of the Capitol Monday is that the story involves an alleged affair between the governor and a woman in Buffalo.

Paterson himself is supposed to sit down with Times scribes tomorrow, though what the topic of the interview will be is still unclear.

A spokeswoman for Paterson has flat-out denied the rumors that the governor was set to resign, calling the allegations "absolutely false."

Aside from rumors that the "bombshell" story involves romantic affairs and maybe more illicit actions on the part of the governor, New York Magazine's source pointed at Paterson's recent involvement with the shady Aqueduct deal as a potential problem for him.

Paterson is said to have spent the weekend discussing his political future with key New York lawmakers.

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Comments

[Bitsko]

Nothing beats being a New Yorker.

[James Croteau]

Ah, some good material for SNL. The actor from Sanford & Son (Whitman B. Mayo) would have fit the part perfectly, but he died a few years ago.

[374662]

In addition to pages for Politics, Media, Entertainment, Sports, etc., the site should have a Tabloid page. Put all the rumors and speculation there until it is reputably reported. If it's true, it will come out. (Or the site can do it's own investigative reporting.) If it's not true, it demeans the site to report it - especially over and over again.

[City of Evil]

I suspect Paterson is spreading those rumors himself - to gain the aura of intrigue that he so desperately lacks.

[Shake-A-Spear]

If he's legally blind, think twice about asking what he sees in her.

[Shake-A-Spear]

I wish he'd put another "t" in his name. When he does, let's have a "t" party to mark the occasion..

[repugnicansfearme]

I guess being governor of New York isn't enough for this loser.

[Timothy Foley]

I doubt Paterson had a Mistress but Spitzer did so did Bill Clinton, John ensign, David Vitter, Mark Sanford, Tiger Woods, you see none of them Quit, but Paterson Quit because Obama Adminstration viewed him as a Liability didn't see he was even up to the task as Governor of New York, sad Day ain't it.

[AnglScarlett]

I see you are out of your min d, and babbling incoherently. Paterson has absolutely cheated on his wife and he's spoken about that in the past. There's very littel doubt that there's some fire beneath this smoke. And since he hasn't quit, how can Obama be responsible for his quitting? Posting while stoned out of one's mind is seldom a good idea.

[Timothy Foley]

Why pick me like that I know Paterson's not going to Re-sign I miss Quotoed that's one and Two, Obama is not Responsible In Fact He stated He wants nothing to do with Paterson or helping him out in his Campaign, for now Paterson is Governor of New York and He will likely lose to Andrew Cuomo he is planning to run against Paterson this year, so likely he will lose in the Primary and I'm not Making this up.

[jeffp26]

"Paterson is said to have spent the weekend discussing his political future with key New York lawmakers."

In other words it took the entire weekend for this fool to realize he has no political future?

Maybe he should run for Mayor of Buffalo, and then he can be closer to his latest conquest?

Bye bye Davey-boy.

[VoteLibertarian]

"Mr. Governor, what can you say about the woman you allegedly had an affair with?" -press
"I've never seen her before.." -The Gov.

[oldgeek1]

Buffalo? Well at least he is attempting to stimulate all parts of New York State.

[NYCannibal]

Ya beat me to it. Ba-bump-bump!

[oldgeek1]

Well Buffalo is noted for its spicy wings and breasts.

[theguyfromchesapeake]

This guy is a Dem, he's married, rumor has it he has a squeeze on the side, he's black, and he's blind to boot! This guy has Presidential candidate written all over him! He's Clinton, Obama, and Helen Keller all wrapped up into one. Who can resist THAT story line?

If only he were gay, and a religious practitioner of a non-Christian faith, like a Buddhist or something similar! He'd be unstoppable. He'd have all the relevant demgraphics wrapped up as far as the Dems are concerned! Think Obama had a love affair from the media? Wait until the image makers groom this guy!

You go, Dave!

[Tresco]

You guys are right. He should not have to resign over this. Not this alone anyway. He does damage the Democratic brand though. He might be a disaster but I admire how he has stubbornly refused to step down. It will probably be better if he does not run for reelection though. Still, if he does run he just might win.

[BambooHarvester]

so long !

[NYCannibal]

It's been lousy to know you. Sodapop tax, anybody?

[Madmac]

Can't ya'll see he's having problems locating where his wife is. Clearly we need to identify his wife to him so he's able to find her...