The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee said Thursday it has added Josh Riley to its “Red to Blue” program, indicating the national organization will invest heavily in his race against Republican Marc Molinaro in the 19th Congressional District. Full article Times Union
Max Della Pia and the battle for democracy Due to Representative Tom Reed’s resignation, there is also a special election open to all registered voters for the current 23rd Congressional District. The winner will immediately represent Tompkins and 10 counties to the west. The special election is a chance to Read more…
MARK YOUR CALENDAR to VOTE in AUGUST! TWO PRIMARIES for DEMOCRATS(see sample ballot: https://tinyurl.com/SampleBallotPrimaries) CONGRESS: Due to redistricting, Tompkins County has been moved into Congressional District NY19, which extends to the eastern state border. Candidates for the PRIMARY election for NY19: Jamie Cheney Josh Riley NEW YORK STATE SENATE: Again, due Read more…
The TCDC said that it chose to endorse Riley because it believes he will help strengthen democracy, revitalize the economy, insulate work families from rising costs, defend the full potential for all children, none of whom should live in poverty, and act to combat climate change. Full article Ithaca Voice
PRIMARY ELECTION DAY Tuesday, June 28 6 am – 9 pm Polls open to registered Democrats and Republicans. Polling location lookup at https://tompkinscountyny.gov/boe