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× Meet Blake I’m a husband, father of three boys, second-generation dairy farmer, small business owner, and served as Vice Chair of the Cooperative Board of Agri-Mark.
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Over the last six years alone, our region has lost more than 700 local dairy farms, and families have been forced to leave for higher-paying jobs elsewhere – but it doesn’t have to be this way.
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We must fix the broken H-2A and H-2B guest worker programs and build a program to meet the needs of livestock farmers and food processors to ensure our agricultural industry has the reliable labor force it needs.
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Supporting Farms and Small Businesses Farms and small businesses are the backbone of our rural economy, and we need policies that help them not just survive, but thrive.
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As a farmer and small business owner myself, I know firsthand that we can do more to support farms and Main Street businesses.
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A stronger rural economy also relies on investing in the next generation.
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We need to create programs to help young farmers and the next generation of entrepreneurs thrive in the North Country.
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I will work to promote growth and innovation in the North Country while supporting responsible regulations in cryptocurrency and AI to protect workers and consumers.
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But instead of making life more affordable, politicians in Washington and Albany are busy playing political games and catering to dark money special interest groups.
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Ban members of Congress and their families from trading individual stocks.
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Public service isn’t a profit center, and that’s why 86% of Americans support banning members from trading individual stocks.
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87% of Americans support term limits for members of Congress.
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That means repealing costly and unnecessary government regulations, supporting fair trade deals, bringing back American manufacturing, and strengthening our supply chains.
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By making smart investments and cutting unnecessary red tape, we can build a more competitive rural economy that works for everyone.
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That means expanding vocational and trade school opportunities—like our BOCES programs and Agricultural Studies Academy—so young people have the skills they need to succeed after high school.
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I will also support expanding training in these fields for workers in the North Country to ensure our region can take advantage of new job opportunities in the digital age.
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In our schools, we need to prioritize proper nutrition, including restoring whole milk options, to support children’s health and development.
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Government Reform To most Americans, it’s obvious that the politics in Washington, and even in Albany, are broken.
I will be a champion for fairness, accountability, and transparency.
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I’m committed to fighting for policies that lower costs, protect seniors, and put working families first—because that’s what real leadership looks like.
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Improving Healthcare Access to quality healthcare is essential, especially in rural communities.
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To improve healthcare in our region, we must expand access by growing telehealth services and investing in better transportation options to connect patients with the care they need.
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Lowering prescription drug costs is also critical to making healthcare more affordable for families and seniors.
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At the same time, we must make it easier and more affordable for healthcare workers to stay in our community, ensuring we have enough doctors, nurses, and specialists to meet local needs.
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Expanding access to healthcare will give individuals and families more control over their care.
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Immigration & Securing Our Border New York’s 21st district is a border district, and for too long politicians on both sides of the aisle have failed to deliver real immigration reform.
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When elected, I will push to hire more Border Patrol agents to keep our ports of entry well-staffed , increase funding for local law enforcement to help keep our communities safe, fight human trafficking, and help deport criminals who have entered this country illegally.
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We also need to invest in better physical infrastructure at our points of entry to keep them open longer hours and to stop the flow of all illegal drugs and criminals from crossing our border while improving the legal immigration process.
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Investing in roads, bridges, and rural broadband will open new opportunities and improve connectivity for businesses and families alike.
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We also must protect a woman’s right to choose and oppose new regulations that put in place total abortion bans even in cases of rape or when the life of the woman is at stake.
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It’s time for Congress to get to work and deliver, not let lawmakers leave when policy stalls.
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With nearly half of our community over 65 and living on fixed incomes, we need real solutions to bring prices down and make everyday essentials affordable.
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That’s why I will never vote to cut Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid—seniors and families deserve the care they’ve earned.
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We also need to ensure our North Country economy continues to adapt to technological development.
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Supporting Our Veterans Our veterans have sacrificed so much for our country, and it’s our duty to ensure they receive the care and support they have earned.
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We must expand access to VA services and community centers so veterans can easily get the help they need.
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Expanding mental health services is critical to addressing the unique challenges veterans face, and providing mobile VA clinics and a 24/7 hotline will ensure care is available even in the most remote areas.
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We also need to strengthen community care programs, allowing veterans to access high-quality treatment from non-VA providers when needed.
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Improving emergency and specialty care will ensure veterans receive timely and comprehensive treatment, and expanding transportation programs will help them get to and from appointments.
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Beyond healthcare, we must also focus on economic opportunities for our veterans.
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Expanding job training programs, supporting veteran-owned businesses, and strengthening hiring initiatives will help ensure those who served can find good-paying jobs and build successful careers.
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We can build a system that truly honors our veterans—offering them the quality healthcare and economic security that they have earned through service to our great country.
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