Who said the switch from public life to private wasn't hard for him?
George Pataki
What position did he have?
governor of New York
What kind of decision did he say it often is?
an extraordinary decision
Did he confuse his personal/professional identities?
no
What did he embrace instead?
a sense of normalcy after he left office
By doing what?
going to movies and basketball games
When did he go to Madison Square Garden?
A year or two after he left office
Who with?
a group of friends
Why did he go?
to see the Knicks play
What did he stand in line for?
a hot dog
Is this something politicans usually do?
no
Did he enjoy it?
yes
How do we know?
he said "I loved it,"
Did others recognize him?
yes
What did they offer to let him do?
jump the queue
Did he accept?
no
What did he get on his hot dog?
mustard and sauerkraut
Did he enjoy waiting in line?
yes
How many terms did he serve?
Three
When did he leave office?
2006