[Paleo Conservative]

Governor Spitzer was elected by an immense majority in the third most populous state.

I wonder when it will fall to fourth place behind Florida?

[Clemenza]

According to most projections, it should fall to fourth by the next census.

The city has gained population slightly (rebounding from a low of 7.1 million in the late 70s to 8 million now), while upstate has become rapidly depopulated, and the traditional suburbs have stagnated (due to low birthrates, high cost of living, and the resulting outflow).

[CIB-173RDABN]

I wonder when it will fall to fourth place behind Florida?

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Never, since those that move from New York to Florida keep "dual citizenship" and continue to vote in both places.