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The conversation opens with an acknowledgment of inevitable disagreements. One speaker emphasizes that despite differences in viewpoints, the ultimate goal is to reach a consensus beneficial for New York. They express confidence that through dialogue and persuasion, they can sway opinions—either him or his counterpart—highlighting a shared commitment to progress over partisanship.
"It's for the good of New York," he asserts, signaling that shared patriotism and city pride take precedence over party loyalty. His openness to persuasion suggests a flexible, pragmatic approach aimed at uniting efforts and ideas.