Manhattan Adult Entertainment: Beleaguered New York governor faces growing scandal

A New York ethics panel on Wednesday accused Gov. David Paterson of lying under oath and of improperly taking Yankee baseball tickets, the latest scandal for the official who was forced to give up his chance to seek a full term this year.
The accusation, which could cost the governor about $100,000 in penalties, was also referred to prosecutors in Albany, the state capital, who could bring criminal charges against Paterson, fighting to stay in office after allegations he intervened in a domestic violence case involving a top aide.
Paterson, a lieutenant governor who took the top office after his predecessor quit in a prostitution scandal about two years ago, has insisted he will stay in office, though pressure from fellow Democrats has been building for him to step aside. He has already given up a November race for his first full term because of the lack of support.

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