Pataki is the reason that the N.Y. state GOP is in such terrible shape. He's really run out of steam, ticked far too many people off, and no, he wouldn't have a chance.
You actually got one right for a change.
as governor, yes. but he has still won 3 statewide elections, and while his approval rating as governor isn't zooming, he doesn't have high personal negatives either.
Pataki should have sat down after his two terms and run for Senator against Hilly in 2000. I was surprised he ran for a third term and actually won. He overstayed his welcome and could have played his cards much better.