The current Republican field cries out for a shakeup . . . Do not underestimate [Pataki] . . . He's got genuine human qualities that are admirable. He's a stone-cold political killer.
Huffington Post
Don't underestimate the impact of his big brain on the debate stage.
Mark Halperin
Bloomberg News
Of all the potential candidates, Mr. Pataki has made the most trips to New Hampshire, something that has drawn attention . . .
Thomas Rath
former New Hampshire National Republican Committeeman
Anyone who says that the 2016 stage has been set has not met George Pataki.
Ken Salazar
Former United States Secretary of the Interior
George Pataki would make a more formidable Republican candidate than many seem to appreciate.
Bernie Quigley
New York Observer
Here's a guy who was mayor of Peekskill and figured out how to become Governor of New York. So I wouldn't underestimate him . ..