2026 MIDTERM NONPARTISAN VOTER GUIDE: NEW YORK

2026 MIDTERM NONPARTISAN VOTER GUIDE

NEW YORK

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This document outlines the plan for producing and distributing a nonpartisan voter guide for the 2026 midterm elections, to be published by Political Awareness Super PAC. The guide will be developed independently of all candidates, candidate committees, and political parties, and will be designed to meet applicable Federal Election Commission requirements, including disclaimer and coordination rules. For New York, the guide will cover all qualifying general-election candidates for the relevant U.S. House races.

CANDIDATES

DISTRICT 1

House of Representatives — General Election: November 3, 2026 | Primary: June 23, 2026[cite: 1]

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C Candidate D
Full Name Nicholas J. “Nick” LaLota[cite: 1] Christopher J. “Chris” Gallant[cite: 1] Jordan Smith Maggio[cite: 1] Thomas Sorensen[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Republican Party[cite: 1] Democratic Party[cite: 1] Independent[cite: 1] Unaffiliated (Independent)[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 48[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Amityville, Suffolk County, New York[cite: 1] Smithtown, Suffolk County, New York[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Education B.S., United States Naval Academy; M.B.A., Hofstra University; J.D., Hofstra University[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Navy veteran; former Suffolk County Board of Elections Commissioner; former chief of staff; U.S. Representative since 2023[cite: 1] U.S. Air Force veteran; former military pilot; firefighter; labor union leader; public servant[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. Navy; Village of Amityville Trustee; Suffolk County Board of Elections Commissioner; Suffolk County Legislature; U.S. House[cite: 1] U.S. Air Force; firefighter; no prior elected public office identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Campaign Website nicklalota.com[cite: 1] gallantny.com[cite: 1] No publicly available campaign website identified[cite: 1] No publicly available official campaign website identified[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Lowering the cost of living
2. Strengthening public safety and border security
3. Advancing Long Island priorities, including infrastructure, environmental protection, and community investments[cite: 1]
1. Lowering the cost of living on Long Island
2. Preparing Long Island for the future through infrastructure investment and resiliency
3. Protecting Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, and access to affordable health care[cite: 1]
No publicly available campaign materials identifying principal priorities[cite: 1] No publicly available campaign materials identifying principal priorities[cite: 1]
Position 1 Economy and Cost of Living: Supports reducing the cost of living through SALT deduction relief, reducing inflation, lowering taxes for working families, and promoting economic growth.[cite: 1] Economy and Cost of Living: Supports policies intended to lower the cost of living, strengthen the middle class, and expand economic opportunity for Long Island families.[cite: 1] No position identified[cite: 1] No position identified[cite: 1]
Position 2 Public Safety and Border Security: Supports strengthening border security, enforcing immigration laws, supporting law enforcement, and maintaining a strong national security posture.[cite: 1] Infrastructure and Community Resilience: Supports federal investment in infrastructure, storm preparedness, water systems, broadband, and community resilience projects.[cite: 1] No position identified[cite: 1] No position identified[cite: 1]
Position 3 Energy and Infrastructure: Supports domestic energy production, energy independence, environmental protection, and federal investment in roads, bridges, public transit, and community infrastructure.[cite: 1] Health Care and Earned Benefits: Supports protecting Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security while expanding access to affordable health care.[cite: 1] No position identified[cite: 1] No position identified[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Membership in the Republican Governance Group and participation in bipartisan legislative efforts.[cite: 1] No specific bipartisan legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified.[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Maintains district and Washington offices, provides constituent services, and assists residents with federal agencies.[cite: 1] Campaign materials identify direct community engagement and constituent-focused representation.[cite: 1] No publicly available constituent accessibility plan identified.[cite: 1] No publicly available constituent accessibility plan identified.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 2

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Andrew R. Garbarino[cite: 1] Patrick “Pat” Halpin[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Republican Party[cite: 1] Democratic Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 42[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Sayville, Suffolk County, New York[cite: 1] Suffolk County, New York[cite: 1]
Education B.A., George Washington University; J.D., Hofstra University[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background Attorney; former New York State Assembly member; U.S. Representative since 2021; Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security[cite: 1] Former Suffolk County Executive; former New York State Assembly member; former public affairs consultant[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service New York State Assembly (2013–2020); U.S. House (2021–present)[cite: 1] New York State Assembly (1982–1988); Suffolk County Executive (1988–1992)[cite: 1]
Campaign Website garbarinoforny.com[cite: 1] halpinforcongress.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Securing the homeland and strengthening national security
2. Restoring the economy and supporting economic growth
3. Delivering results for Long Island communities[cite: 1]
1. Protecting Long Island’s drinking water and environment
2. Lowering the cost of living for working families
3. Expanding housing opportunities while strengthening the local economy[cite: 1]
Position 1 Homeland Security and Public Safety: Supports strengthening homeland security, securing the border, combating terrorism, enhancing cybersecurity, and supporting law enforcement.[cite: 1] Environmental Protection and Clean Water: Supports protecting drinking water, preserving parks and beaches, and advancing environmental conservation efforts on Long Island.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Economy and Financial Policy: Supports economic growth, job creation, reducing inflation, and supporting small businesses.[cite: 1] Economy and Cost of Living: Supports lowering household costs, strengthening economic opportunity, and reducing expenses related to housing, child care, and health care.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Infrastructure and Long Island Priorities: Supports infrastructure improvements, securing federal resources for Long Island, and community investment.[cite: 1] Housing and Community Development: Supports expanding housing opportunities and promoting community development intended to help retain Long Island residents.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Member of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus and Climate Solutions Caucus; participated in bipartisan legislative initiatives.[cite: 1] Prior executive and legislative public service; no specific bipartisan legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Maintains district and Washington offices and provides assistance with federal agencies, grants, military academy nominations, and other federal matters.[cite: 1] Campaign emphasizes direct engagement with Long Island communities and responsive representation.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 3

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Thomas R. “Tom” Suozzi[cite: 1] Michael J. “Mike” LiPetri Jr.[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 64[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Glen Cove, Nassau County, New York[cite: 1] Massapequa, Nassau County, New York[cite: 1]
Education B.S., Boston College; J.D., Fordham University School of Law[cite: 1] B.A., Hofstra University; J.D., Albany Law School[cite: 1]
Professional Background Attorney; CPA; former Mayor of Glen Cove; former Nassau County Executive; U.S. Representative[cite: 1] Attorney; former New York State Assembly member; former Managing Director at Park Strategies LLC; public affairs radio host[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service Mayor of Glen Cove; Nassau County Executive; U.S. House of Representatives[cite: 1] New York State Assembly; legal service with Albany County DA’s Office, U.S. Attorney’s Office, and New York State Attorney General’s Office[cite: 1]
Campaign Website suozziforcongress.com[cite: 1] mikelipetri.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Affordability and reducing the cost of living
2. Immigration reform and border security
3. Expanding access to affordable health care[cite: 1]
1. Lowering taxes and the cost of living
2. Strengthening public safety and border security
3. Supporting economic growth and Long Island communities[cite: 1]
Position 1 Affordability and the Economy: Supports addressing affordability, restoring and expanding the SALT deduction, strengthening the middle class, and promoting economic growth.[cite: 1] Economy and Cost of Living: Supports reducing taxes, expanding SALT tax relief, promoting economic growth, and increasing financial opportunities for working families and small businesses.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Immigration and Border Security: Supports comprehensive immigration reform, strengthening border security, modernizing the immigration system, and increasing enforcement while creating lawful pathways.[cite: 1] Public Safety and Border Security: Supports stronger border security, enforcement of immigration laws, law enforcement, and policies intended to improve public safety.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Health Care and Environmental Protection: Supports affordable health care, protecting Medicare and Social Security, and environmental initiatives including Long Island Sound restoration and clean-energy investments.[cite: 1] Government Spending and Fiscal Policy: Supports reducing federal spending, promoting fiscal responsibility, strengthening the national economy, and reducing the tax burden.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Member of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus and participant in bipartisan legislative efforts.[cite: 1] Former New York State Assembly member; no specific bipartisan legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Maintains offices in Washington, D.C., Glen Cove, and Douglaston and provides constituent services.[cite: 1] Campaign emphasizes community engagement and responsive representation.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 4

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C
Full Name Laura Gillen[cite: 1] Jeanine C. Driscoll[cite: 1] Blay Tarnoff[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1] Libertarian Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 58[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Rockville Centre, Nassau County, New York[cite: 1] Nassau County, New York[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Education B.A., Georgetown University; J.D., New York University School of Law[cite: 1] B.A., The Catholic University of America; J.D., Fordham University School of Law[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background Attorney; former Town of Hempstead Supervisor; U.S. Representative[cite: 1] Receiver of Taxes, Town of Hempstead; former Nassau County Court Judge; attorney[cite: 1] No publicly available professional background identified[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service Town Supervisor, Town of Hempstead (2018–2019); U.S. House (2025–present)[cite: 1] Receiver of Taxes, Town of Hempstead; former Nassau County Court Judge[cite: 1] No publicly available prior public service identified[cite: 1]
Campaign Website https://www.lauragillen.com[cite: 1] No publicly available official campaign website identified[cite: 1] No publicly available official campaign website identified[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Lowering costs for working families
2. Protecting Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security
3. Strengthening public safety while delivering results for Long Island communities[cite: 1]
1. Supporting law enforcement and public safety
2. Strengthening border security and immigration enforcement
3. Promoting fiscal responsibility and economic opportunity[cite: 1]
No publicly available campaign materials identifying three principal policy priorities[cite: 1]
Position 1 Economy and Cost of Living: Supports lowering costs for families, reducing prescription drug prices, restoring and expanding the SALT deduction, supporting small businesses, and strengthening the middle class.[cite: 1] Public Safety and Law Enforcement: Supports law enforcement, public safety initiatives, and policies intended to reduce crime and strengthen community safety.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 2 Health Care and Earned Benefits: Supports protecting Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, lowering prescription drug costs, and maintaining access to affordable health care.[cite: 1] Border Security and Immigration: Supports strengthening border security, enforcing immigration laws, and policies intended to prevent unlawful border crossings.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 3 Public Safety and Infrastructure: Supports law enforcement resources, public safety, transportation and infrastructure investment, water-quality protection, and federal funding for Long Island community projects.[cite: 1] Economy and Fiscal Policy: Supports fiscal responsibility, reducing taxes, encouraging economic growth, and strengthening opportunities for businesses and working families.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Member of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus; bipartisan legislative efforts identified.[cite: 1] Experience in local government and the judiciary; no specific bipartisan legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No publicly available legislative or bipartisan experience identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Maintains district and Washington offices and provides constituent services, including assistance with federal agencies and veterans’ services.[cite: 1] Emphasizes responsive constituent service and community engagement.[cite: 1] No publicly available constituent accessibility plan identified.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 5

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Gregory W. Meeks[cite: 1] George Marsh[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 72[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Queens, New York[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Education B.A., Adelphi University; J.D., Howard University School of Law[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background Attorney; former New York State Assembly member; U.S. Representative since 1998; Ranking Member, House Foreign Affairs Committee[cite: 1] No publicly available professional background identified[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service New York State Assembly (1993–1998); U.S. House (1998–present)[cite: 1] No publicly available prior public service identified[cite: 1]
Campaign Website https://www.congressmangregorymeeks.com[cite: 1] No publicly available official campaign website identified[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Creating economic opportunity
2. Protecting health care and earned benefits
3. Investing in Queens communities[cite: 1]
No publicly available campaign materials identifying three principal policy priorities[cite: 1]
Position 1 Economy and Cost of Living: Supports job creation, small-business development, infrastructure investment, and policies intended to lower costs for working families.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 2 Health Care and Earned Benefits: Supports affordable health care, lowering prescription drug costs, and protecting Medicare and Social Security.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 3 Infrastructure and Community Investment: Supports transportation improvements, affordable housing, schools, and community development projects benefiting Queens and surrounding communities.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Described as a bipartisan, solutions-oriented lawmaker; bipartisan legislative activity and committee leadership identified.[cite: 1] No publicly available legislative or bipartisan experience identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Maintains congressional offices in Washington, D.C., and Queens and provides constituent services, including federal-agency and veterans’ assistance.[cite: 1] No publicly available constituent accessibility plan identified.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 6

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Grace Meng[cite: 1] Joseph Chou[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 50[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Queens, New York[cite: 1] Bayside, Queens, New York[cite: 1]
Education B.A., University of Michigan; J.D., Yeshiva University Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background Attorney; former New York State Assembly member; U.S. Representative since 2013; member of House Appropriations Committee[cite: 1] Naturalized U.S. citizen and community advocate[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service New York State Assembly (2009–2012); U.S. House (2013–present)[cite: 1] No publicly available prior elected or appointed public service identified[cite: 1]
Campaign Website https://gracefornewyork.com[cite: 1] https://josephforny.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Protecting reproductive rights and health care
2. Lowering costs for working families
3. Investing in Queens communities through infrastructure and economic development[cite: 1]
1. Strengthening public safety
2. Promoting economic opportunity and prosperity
3. Fostering unity across the district’s diverse communities[cite: 1]
Position 1 Health Care and Reproductive Rights: Supports protecting access to reproductive health care, including abortion, contraception, and IVF, while expanding affordable health care and lowering prescription drug costs.[cite: 1] Public Safety and Border Security: Supports strengthening community safety and maintaining secure national borders.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Economy and Cost of Living: Supports lowering costs, supporting small businesses, investing in infrastructure, and creating economic opportunities.[cite: 1] Economy and Cost of Living: Supports promoting economic growth, expanding opportunities for businesses and workers, and improving financial security for families and communities.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Community Investment and Public Safety: Supports federal investment in transportation, schools, community projects, and public safety initiatives.[cite: 1] Immigration and Community Unity: Supports lawful immigration policies while emphasizing diversity, unity, and shared American values.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Has sponsored and supported bipartisan legislation involving small businesses, appropriations, public safety, and community programs.[cite: 1] No publicly available prior legislative service or specific bipartisan legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Maintains offices in Washington, D.C., Flushing, and Forest Hills and provides assistance with federal agencies, grants, passports, veterans’ benefits, immigration matters, and service academy nominations.[cite: 1] Campaign emphasizes serving all residents, engaging diverse communities, and representing constituents with integrity and responsiveness.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 7

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C
Full Name Claire Valdez[cite: 1] Melvin Rivera[cite: 1] Priscilla Ghaznavi[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1] Independent[cite: 1]
Incumbent? No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 36[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Ridgewood, Queens, New York[cite: 1] Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York[cite: 1] Brooklyn, New York[cite: 1]
Education B.F.A., School of the Art Institute of Chicago[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background New York State Assemblymember; union organizer; artist; former labor leader with UAW Local 2110[cite: 1] Community activist; tenant organizer; advocate for working families; housing and community development advocate[cite: 1] Designer and artist[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service New York State Assembly, District 37 (2025–present)[cite: 1] No prior elected public office identified; more than 30 years of community advocacy and organizing[cite: 1] No publicly available prior public service identified[cite: 1]
Campaign Website clairevaldezforcongress.com[cite: 1] melvinforcongress.com[cite: 1] priscillaghaznaviforcongress.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Strengthening workers’ rights and unions
2. Expanding affordable housing
3. Reforming the immigration system[cite: 1]
1. Strengthening public safety
2. Reforming housing policy to promote community ownership and affordability
3. Expanding economic opportunity through workforce development and free enterprise[cite: 1]
No publicly available campaign materials identifying three principal policy priorities[cite: 1]
Position 1 Workers’ Rights and the Economy: Supports strengthening labor unions, passing the PRO Act, increasing wages, improving workplace protections, and policies intended to improve economic security for working families.[cite: 1] Public Safety: Supports strengthening public safety, promoting safer neighborhoods, and policies intended to improve community security while emphasizing government accountability.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 2 Housing and Affordability: Supports expanding affordable housing, increasing tenant protections, investing in public housing, and reducing housing costs for working families.[cite: 1] Housing and Economic Opportunity: Supports housing reform, protecting tenants, expanding homeownership opportunities, encouraging community ownership, free enterprise, and workforce development.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 3 Immigration: Supports abolishing ICE, comprehensive immigration reform, and additional lawful pathways to citizenship.[cite: 1] Economic Opportunity: Supports workforce development, free enterprise, economic mobility, and policies intended to strengthen economic opportunities for communities and working families.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience No specific bipartisan legislative accomplishments identified in the sources reviewed.[cite: 1] No prior legislative service or specific bipartisan accomplishments identified; campaign emphasizes community advocacy.[cite: 1] No publicly available bipartisan experience identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes community organizing, neighborhood engagement, labor advocacy, and direct interaction with constituents.[cite: 1] Emphasizes neighborhood engagement, grassroots organizing, and involvement with community organizations.[cite: 1] No publicly available constituent accessibility plan identified.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 8

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Hakeem S. Jeffries[cite: 1] Lewis Mizrahi[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 55[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, New York[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Education B.A., Binghamton University; M.P.P., Georgetown University; J.D., New York University School of Law[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background Attorney; former New York State Assemblymember; U.S. Representative since 2013; House Democratic Leader[cite: 1] Criminal justice data analyst; wildfire firefighter[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service New York State Assembly (2007–2012); U.S. House (2013–present)[cite: 1] No publicly available prior public service identified[cite: 1]
Campaign Website hakeemjeffries.com[cite: 1] No publicly available official campaign website identified[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Lowering costs for working families
2. Protecting affordable health care and earned benefits
3. Expanding economic opportunity and community investment[cite: 1]
No publicly available campaign materials identifying three principal policy priorities[cite: 1]
Position 1 Economy and Cost of Living: Supports lowering costs, creating jobs, supporting small businesses, and strengthening economic opportunity for working families.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 2 Health Care and Earned Benefits: Supports protecting Medicare and Social Security, expanding access to affordable health care, and lowering prescription drug costs.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 3 Housing and Public Safety: Supports affordable housing, community investment, gun violence prevention, and public safety initiatives.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Congressional leadership experience and participation in bipartisan legislative negotiations.[cite: 1] No publicly available legislative or bipartisan experience identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Maintains district and Washington offices and provides assistance with federal agencies, immigration matters, veterans’ benefits, passports, and other federal programs.[cite: 1] No publicly available constituent accessibility plan identified.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 9

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Yvette D. Clarke[cite: 1] Joel B. Anabilah-Azumah[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 61[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Brooklyn, New York[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Education B.A., Oberlin College[cite: 1] B.S., Civil Engineering, Union College[cite: 1]
Professional Background Attorney; former New York City Councilmember; U.S. Representative since 2007; Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus; senior member of House Energy and Commerce Committee[cite: 1] President of TransportAzumah, a transportation and logistics company[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service New York City Council (2002–2006); U.S. House (2007–present)[cite: 1] No publicly available prior elected or appointed public service identified[cite: 1]
Campaign Website voteyvette.com[cite: 1] Official candidate website identified, but no policy platform was identified[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Comprehensive immigration reform
2. Expanding affordable housing
3. Protecting access to affordable health care[cite: 1]
No publicly available campaign materials identifying three principal policy priorities[cite: 1]
Position 1 Immigration and Border Policy: Supports comprehensive immigration reform, protecting immigrant communities, preserving birthright citizenship, and expanding lawful pathways to citizenship.[cite: 1] No Position Identified on the economy and cost of living were identified.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Health Care: Supports affordable, quality health care, maternal health initiatives, reproductive health care, and reducing health disparities.[cite: 1] No Position Identified on public safety or border security were identified.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Housing and Economic Opportunity: Supports affordable housing, community investment, increased housing affordability, and economic opportunity through federal investment and workforce development.[cite: 1] No Position Identified on energy and infrastructure were identified.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Has sponsored and supported bipartisan legislation involving digital content protections, maternal health, and menopause research.[cite: 1] No publicly available bipartisan legislative experience identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Maintains district and Washington offices, conducts community listening sessions, and provides constituent services and assistance with federal agencies.[cite: 1] No publicly available constituent accessibility plan identified.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 10

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Brad Lander[cite: 1] Jennifer E. Moore[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 56[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Brooklyn, New York[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Education B.A., University of Chicago; M.Sc., University College London; M.S., Pratt Institute[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background New York City Comptroller; former New York City Councilmember; urban planner; former Executive Director of Pratt Center for Community Development[cite: 1] Republican activist[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service New York City Council (2010–2022); New York City Comptroller (2022–present)[cite: 1] No publicly available prior elected or appointed public service identified[cite: 1]
Campaign Website bradlanderforcongress.com[cite: 1] No publicly available official campaign website identified[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Making housing more affordable
2. Strengthening economic opportunity for working families
3. Reforming government and reducing the influence of money in politics[cite: 1]
No publicly available campaign materials identifying three principal policy priorities[cite: 1]
Position 1 Housing and Affordability: Supports expanding affordable housing, protecting tenants, reducing homelessness, and increasing the housing supply.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 2 Economy and Workers’ Rights: Supports increasing the federal minimum wage, strengthening workers’ rights to organize, promoting policies benefiting working families, and reducing economic inequality.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 3 Government Reform: Supports campaign finance reform, reducing the influence of special interests and money in politics, and changes to the federal judiciary, including Supreme Court term limits.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Executive and legislative experience in New York City government; no congressional bipartisan legislative record identified because he has not previously served in Congress.[cite: 1] No publicly available bipartisan legislative experience identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes community engagement, neighborhood organizing, and direct communication with constituents.[cite: 1] No publicly available constituent accessibility plan identified.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 11

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Nicole Malliotakis[cite: 1] Michael “Mike” DeCillis[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Republican Party[cite: 1] Democratic Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 45[cite: 1] No publicly available information identified[cite: 1]
Residence Staten Island, New York[cite: 1] Staten Island native; resides in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn[cite: 1]
Education B.A., Communications, Seton Hall University[cite: 1] No complete educational credentials identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Representative since 2021; former New York State Assembly member; former New York City public affairs professional[cite: 1] Retired NYPD officer; former paramedic; 9/11 first responder; civil litigation attorney; special education teacher; former New York State Assembly chief of staff[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service New York State Assembly (2011–2020); U.S. House of Representatives (2021–present)[cite: 1] Approximately 35 years of public service, including NYPD, paramedic service, Assembly chief of staff, and education[cite: 1]
Campaign Website nicolemalliotakis.com[cite: 1] decillisforcongress.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Strengthening public safety
2. Securing the U.S. border and improving election integrity
3. Reducing taxes and lowering the cost of living[cite: 1]
1. Protecting democratic institutions
2. Improving affordability for working families
3. Strengthening public services, including health care and public safety[cite: 1]
Position 1 Public Safety and Border Security: Supports strengthening border security, enforcing immigration laws, supporting law enforcement, opposing efforts to defund police, and increasing penalties for violent crime.[cite: 1] Government Accountability and Democracy: Supports protecting democratic institutions, strengthening ethics and government accountability, and reducing the influence of large donors and special interests.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Election Integrity: Supports voter identification requirements, accurate voter rolls, safeguards for absentee voting, preventing foreign influence in elections, and other election-integrity measures.[cite: 1] Economy and Cost of Living: Supports policies intended to lower costs for working families, strengthen health care access, protect Social Security and Medicare, and support economic policies benefiting Staten Island and South Brooklyn residents.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Economy and Cost of Living: Supports reducing taxes, expanding tax relief for families and seniors, reducing inflation, supporting small businesses, and lowering the cost of living.[cite: 1] Public Safety and Public Services: Supports community safety, emergency preparedness, and policies informed by his law-enforcement and first-responder experience; also emphasizes strengthening public services.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Has participated in bipartisan legislation involving animal welfare, veterans’ services, and local infrastructure.[cite: 1] No prior congressional legislative service or specific bipartisan legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Maintains offices in Staten Island and Brooklyn and a Washington, D.C. office and provides constituent services involving federal agencies, passports, immigration, veterans’ services, and Social Security.[cite: 1] Emphasizes grassroots organizing, neighborhood engagement, and direct communication with residents throughout Staten Island and South Brooklyn.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 12

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C Candidate D Candidate E Candidate F
Full Name Micah Charles Lasher[cite: 1] Caroline Shinkle[cite: 1] Wilneida Negron[cite: 1] Karen Ortiz[cite: 1] Robert Dillon “Robb” Huhn[cite: 1] Lucian Wintrich[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1] Independence Party[cite: 1] Independent[cite: 1] Unaffiliated[cite: 1] Independent[cite: 1]
Incumbent? No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age No info[cite: 1] 33[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] 38[cite: 1]
Residence Upper West Side, Manhattan, NY[cite: 1] New York, NY[cite: 1] New York, NY[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] Amsterdam, NY[cite: 1] New York, NY[cite: 1]
Education No complete credentials[cite: 1] MIT & Harvard Law[cite: 1] Not identified[cite: 1] Not identified[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] Bard College[cite: 1]
Professional Background NY Assemblymember; Policy Dir. for Gov. Hochul[cite: 1] Corporate attorney & economist[cite: 1] Tech policy expert, author, labor advocate[cite: 1] Attorney & admin judge[cite: 1] No detailed background[cite: 1] Writer, photographer, media personality[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service NY State Assembly; state/city policy roles[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1] Govt advisory/policy experience[cite: 1] EEOC admin judge[cite: 1] No prior elected service[cite: 1] No elected public office[cite: 1]
Campaign Website micahlasher.com[cite: 1] Caroline for New York[cite: 1] wilneidany12.com[cite: 1] No official site[cite: 1] No official site[cite: 1] wintrichfornewyork.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Defending democracy
2. Housing affordability
3. Health & childcare[cite: 1]
1. Public safety
2. Economic affordability
3. Govt accountability[cite: 1]
1. Protecting workers
2. Govt accountability
3. Responsible tech / AI[cite: 1]
Specific ranked priorities not identified[cite: 1] No formal Top 3 priorities identified[cite: 1] 1. Affordability
2. Safety and order
3. Economic freedom[cite: 1]
Position 1 Government Accountability: Supports protecting democratic institutions.[cite: 1] Public Safety: Focuses on crime reduction and community safety.[cite: 1] Workers & Families: Focuses on economic fairness and labor protections.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] Economy: Supports reducing costs and economic freedom.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Housing Affordability: Supports addressing housing, healthcare, and childcare costs.[cite: 1] Economic Affordability: Supports free-market policies, lower taxes, and spending cuts.[cite: 1] Govt Accountability: Supports transparency and anti-corruption safeguards.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] Public Safety: Focuses on public safety and addressing crime.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Health & Childcare: Supports expanding access to healthcare and childcare.[cite: 1] Govt Accountability: Focuses on government efficiency and reducing waste.[cite: 1] Responsible Tech/AI: Priority on responsible tech and data governance.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] Economic Freedom: Focuses on reducing barriers to opportunity.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience No specific accomplishments; state/local experience.[cite: 1] No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No prior elected legislative service.[cite: 1] No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No prior legislative service identified.[cite: 1] No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes govt experience and responsiveness.[cite: 1] Emphasizes constituent-focused government.[cite: 1] Emphasizes community engagement.[cite: 1] No specific plan identified.[cite: 1] No specific plan identified.[cite: 1] Emphasizes direct communication with residents.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 13

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C Candidate D
Full Name Darializa Avila Chevalier[cite: 1] Manual Williams[cite: 1] Candace Martina Niles[cite: 1] Bob Cohen[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1] Democratic Party[cite: 1] Working Families Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 32[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence New York, NY[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] New York, NY[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Education Columbia University; doctoral candidate at CUNY[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Professional Background Community organizer; public defense investigator; labor advocate[cite: 1] No detailed background[cite: 1] Pharmacy technician[cite: 1] No detailed background[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service No elected office[cite: 1] No elected office[cite: 1] No elected office[cite: 1] No elected office[cite: 1]
Campaign Website No official website identified[cite: 1] No official website identified[cite: 1] No official website identified[cite: 1] No official website identified[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Housing affordability
2. Healthcare access
3. Immigration policy reform[cite: 1]
No formal priorities identified[cite: 1] No formal priorities identified[cite: 1] No formal priorities identified[cite: 1]
Position 1 Housing Affordability: Supports tenant protections and affordable housing.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 2 Healthcare Access: Expanding healthcare access is a major priority.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 3 Immigration Reform: Identifies reform and immigrant rights as major priorities.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes grassroots organizing and community engagement.[cite: 1] No specific plan identified[cite: 1] No specific plan identified[cite: 1] No specific plan identified[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 14

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez[cite: 1] Diamant Hysenaj[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 36[cite: 1] 42[cite: 1]
Residence Bronx, New York[cite: 1] Bronx, New York[cite: 1]
Education B.A. in International Relations and Economics, Boston University[cite: 1] Associate degree, SUNY Westchester Community College[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Representative; former community organizer; nonprofit worker; educator[cite: 1] Business owner and real estate developer; founder and president of DCG New York[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House of Representatives since 2019[cite: 1] No prior elected public office identified[cite: 1]
Campaign Website ocasiocortez.com[cite: 1] No official campaign website identified[cite: 1]
Top 3 Policy Priorities 1. Healthcare access
2. Affordable housing
3. Workers’ rights and economic security[cite: 1]
1. Public safety
2. Immigration reform
3. Infrastructure improvements[cite: 1]
Position 1 Healthcare Access: Supports expanding healthcare access, improving affordability, and reducing barriers to receiving care.[cite: 1] Public Safety: Supports improving community safety, addressing crime, and strengthening neighborhood security.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Affordable Housing: Supports increasing affordable housing availability and addressing housing challenges.[cite: 1] Immigration Reform: Supports changes to the immigration system, including legal immigration and economic opportunity.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Workers’ Rights: Supports strengthening labor protections, workers’ rights, and economic security for working families.[cite: 1] Infrastructure Improvements: Supports improving infrastructure conditions and investing in district infrastructure.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Served in Congress since 2019; specific bipartisan legislative accomplishments were not identified in reviewed sources.[cite: 1] No specific bipartisan legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Congressional and campaign materials emphasize community outreach, constituent services, and direct engagement.[cite: 1] Campaign materials emphasize community representation; specific constituent service plans were not identified.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 15

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C Candidate D Candidate E
Full Name Ritchie John Torres[cite: 1] Gonzalo Duran[cite: 1] Andre Clement Easton[cite: 1] Jose David Vega[cite: 1] John Maynard Harris[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Conservative Party[cite: 1] Independent (PSL)[cite: 1] Democratic Party[cite: 1] Democratic Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 38[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence Bronx, NY[cite: 1] Bronx, NY[cite: 1] Bronx, NY[cite: 1] Bronx, NY[cite: 1] Bronx, NY[cite: 1]
Education B.A., NYU[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] Bronx Comm. College[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Rep; former NYC Council Member[cite: 1] Former U.S. Marine Sgt; CEO Devil Dog USA[cite: 1] Public school teacher; organizer[cite: 1] Political organizer and community activist[cite: 1] No detailed background[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House; NYC Council[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Affordable housing
2. Economic opportunity
3. Public services & investment[cite: 1]
1. Oppose socialism
2. Govt accountability
3. Economic stability[cite: 1]
1. Housing affordability
2. Workers’ security
3. Public investment[cite: 1]
1. Reduce corporate influence
2. Immigration reform
3. Public investment[cite: 1]
No formal priorities identified[cite: 1]
Position 1 Affordable Housing: Supports expanding affordable housing investment.[cite: 1] Opposition to Socialism: Platform focuses on challenging socialism.[cite: 1] Housing Affordability: Supports reducing housing costs for workers.[cite: 1] Corporate Influence: Supports reducing corporate influence in govt.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 2 Economic Opportunity: Supports workforce development and working families.[cite: 1] Govt Accountability: Focuses on leadership and transparency in govt.[cite: 1] Workers’ Rights: Supports higher wages and worker protections.[cite: 1] Immigration Reform: Supports protections for long-term residents.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 3 Public Services: Supports federal investment in infrastructure & services.[cite: 1] Economic Opportunity: Supports quality of life in Bronx communities.[cite: 1] Public Investment: Supports increased education and community funding.[cite: 1] Economic Development: Focuses on public investment to address inequality.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Has congressional/local legislative experience.[cite: 1] No specific accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No prior legislative service.[cite: 1] No specific accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No specific accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes constituent services & district outreach.[cite: 1] Emphasizes community involvement.[cite: 1] Emphasizes grassroots organizing.[cite: 1] Emphasizes direct Bronx engagement.[cite: 1] No specific plan identified[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 16

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C
Full Name George Latimer[cite: 1] Joseph J. Cinquemani[cite: 1] John Franklin Wilson IV[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1] Independent[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 71[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence Westchester County, NY[cite: 1] New Rochelle, NY[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Education B.A., Fordham University[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Rep; former Westchester County Exec; former NY State Senator/Assemblymember[cite: 1] No detailed background[cite: 1] No detailed background[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House; Westchester County Exec; NY State Senate/Assembly[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Affordable housing
2. Supporting children and families
3. Economic opportunity & workforce development[cite: 1]
No formal priorities identified[cite: 1] No formal priorities identified[cite: 1]
Position 1 Affordable Housing: Supports expanding construction, protecting renters, and homeownership.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 2 Education & Family Support: Supports education funding, affordable childcare, and youth services.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 3 Economic Opportunity: Supports workforce development, job creation, and community revitalization.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Served at local, state, and federal levels; specific federal accomplishments not identified.[cite: 1] No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes constituent services, district meetings, and responding to local concerns.[cite: 1] No specific plan identified[cite: 1] No specific plan identified[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 17

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C
Full Name Michael Vincent Lawler[cite: 1] Cait Conley[cite: 1] Effie Guadalupe Phillips-Staley[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Republican Party[cite: 1] Democratic Party[cite: 1] Democratic Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 40[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence Pearl River, NY[cite: 1] New York, NY[cite: 1] Tarrytown, NY[cite: 1]
Education B.A., Marist College[cite: 1] Credentials not fully identified[cite: 1] Credentials not fully identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Rep; former NY Assembly member; political consultant[cite: 1] U.S. Army veteran; national security professional; former White House official[cite: 1] Tarrytown village trustee; community advocate; political organizer[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House since 2023; NY Assembly[cite: 1] National security roles; military service[cite: 1] Tarrytown village trustee[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Lowering costs for families
2. Protecting public safety
3. Small business & workforce opportunities[cite: 1]
1. Protecting democracy
2. National security
3. Economic opportunity for working families[cite: 1]
1. Affordable housing
2. Healthcare access
3. Democracy & govt accountability[cite: 1]
Position 1 Lowering Costs: Supports policies to reduce financial pressures on families.[cite: 1] Protecting Democracy: Supports protecting democratic institutions and voting rights.[cite: 1] Affordable Housing: Supports expanding permanently affordable housing construction.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Public Safety: Supports strengthening public safety and supporting law enforcement.[cite: 1] National Security: Supports veterans, service members, and national security challenges.[cite: 1] Healthcare Access: Supports expanding healthcare access, including Medicare for All.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Economic Growth: Supports small business development and local workforce opportunities.[cite: 1] Economic Opportunity: Focuses on affordability and middle-class community strength.[cite: 1] Govt Accountability: Supports campaign finance reform and democratic participation.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Public materials emphasize bipartisan cooperation.[cite: 1] Federal/natl security experience; no specific legislative accomplishments.[cite: 1] Local govt experience; no specific legislative accomplishments.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes constituent services and outreach.[cite: 1] Emphasizes community engagement and listening.[cite: 1] Emphasizes grassroots engagement and direct involvement.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 18

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Patrick Kevin “Pat” Ryan[cite: 1] Jacqueline Mary “Jackie” Auringer[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 44[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence Gardiner, Ulster County, NY[cite: 1] Kingston, NY[cite: 1]
Education B.A., US Military Academy at West Point; Master’s, Georgetown University[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Rep; Army veteran; former intel officer; tech founder[cite: 1] Businesswoman; project manager/accountant in construction[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House since 2022; former Ulster County Executive[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Lowering costs for families
2. Affordable housing
3. Protecting freedoms & democratic rights[cite: 1]
1. Affordability for families
2. Local economic growth
3. Govt accountability & representation[cite: 1]
Position 1 Lowering Costs: Supports strengthening economic opportunities and corporate accountability.[cite: 1] Affordability: Supports addressing rising costs for families and residents.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Housing Affordability: Supports increasing housing availability and reducing costs.[cite: 1] Local Economic Growth: Supports local businesses and job opportunities.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Individual Freedoms: Supports protecting voting rights, reproductive rights, and civil liberties.[cite: 1] Govt Accountability: Supports responsive government and community representation.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Emphasizes working across party lines on infrastructure and housing.[cite: 1] No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes constituent services and federal assistance.[cite: 1] Emphasizes community engagement and communication.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 19

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Joshua “Josh” Riley[cite: 1] Peter K. Oberacker[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence Ithaca, NY[cite: 1] Schenevus, NY[cite: 1]
Education Complete credentials not identified[cite: 1] B.A., SUNY Delhi[cite: 1]
Professional Background Attorney; former U.S. Senate Judiciary counsel; policy professional; U.S. Rep[cite: 1] NY State Senator; business owner; food scientist[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. Representative; Senate Judiciary counsel[cite: 1] NY State Senator; Otsego County Board; Town Supervisor[cite: 1]
Campaign Website joshrileyforcongress.com[cite: 1] peterforny19.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Lowering costs for working families
2. Public education & economic opportunity
3. Individual rights & communities[cite: 1]
1. Strengthening the economy
2. Rural communities & agriculture
3. Affordability challenges[cite: 1]
Position 1 Lowering Costs: Supports addressing healthcare and utility costs to improve economic security.[cite: 1] Economy: Supports small business growth, reducing regulations, and local opportunity.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Education & Opportunity: Supports funding public education and career/technical pathways.[cite: 1] Rural Communities: Supports agricultural industries and essential services in Upstate NY.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Individual Rights: Supports civil rights, equality measures, and voting rights.[cite: 1] Affordability: Supports addressing rising costs for energy, groceries, and household expenses.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Emphasizes policy experience; specific accomplishments not listed.[cite: 1] State and local govt experience; specific accomplishments not listed.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes engagement with Upstate NY communities.[cite: 1] Emphasizes community connections across Upstate NY.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 20

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Paul David Tonko[cite: 1] Ralph Ambrosio[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 77[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence Amsterdam, NY[cite: 1] Slingerlands, NY[cite: 1]
Education B.S., Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute[cite: 1] No complete credentials identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Rep; former NYSERDA President/CEO; former NY State Assembly member; engineer[cite: 1] Former NY State Trooper; Asst. General Counsel NY State Police; Asst. District Attorney[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House since 2009; NY State Assembly; NYSERDA President[cite: 1] Law enforcement and state legal service roles[cite: 1]
Campaign Website paultonko.com[cite: 1] No official campaign website identified[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Expanding healthcare access
2. Clean energy & environment
3. Economic opportunity for workers[cite: 1]
1. Reducing govt costs & improving affordability
2. Govt accountability & transparency
3. Investing in essential needs[cite: 1]
Position 1 Healthcare Access: Supports lowering prescription costs and expanding health access.[cite: 1] Reducing Govt Costs: Supports lowering taxes and efficient spending.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Clean Energy: Supports clean energy development and sustainable technologies.[cite: 1] Govt Accountability: Supports oversight of federal spending and transparency.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Economic Opportunity: Supports workforce training and infrastructure investment.[cite: 1] Community Needs: Supports directing federal resources toward local infrastructure like flood prevention.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Served in Congress since 2009 working on energy, healthcare, and infrastructure.[cite: 1] No specific legislative accomplishments identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes constituent services and district outreach.[cite: 1] Emphasizes representing local district concerns.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 21

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C Candidate D
Full Name Blake Gendebien[cite: 1] Anthony Constantino[cite: 1] Michael John Metzgier[cite: 1] Robert J. Smullen[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1] American Independent Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] 58[cite: 1]
Residence Lisbon, NY[cite: 1] New York, NY[cite: 1] Poland, NY[cite: 1] Gloversville, NY[cite: 1]
Education No complete credentials[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] The Citadel; Georgetown; Marine Corps Univ[cite: 1]
Professional Background Dairy farmer; small business owner[cite: 1] Founder & CEO of Sticker Mule[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] NY Assembly member; retired USMC Colonel[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service No prior federal office[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1] No prior public service[cite: 1] NY State Assembly since 2019[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Lowering costs
2. Supporting farmers
3. Rural healthcare[cite: 1]
1. Supporting US manufacturing
2. Border security
3. Economic growth[cite: 1]
No priorities identified[cite: 1] 1. Economy
2. Border security
3. National security & safety[cite: 1]
Position 1 Lowering Costs: Supports domestic manufacturing and supply chains.[cite: 1] Manufacturing: Supports business growth and job creation.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] Economy: Supports reducing government burdens on business.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Farmers & Small Business: Supports rural economies and local industries.[cite: 1] Border Security: Supports stronger border enforcement.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] Border Security: Supports stronger immigration enforcement.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Rural Healthcare: Supports expanding access for seniors and veterans.[cite: 1] Economic Growth: Focuses on reducing business barriers.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] National Security: Supports defense and law enforcement.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience No specific accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No specific accomplishments identified.[cite: 1] No legislative experience.[cite: 1] State legislative experience identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes town halls and direct outreach.[cite: 1] Emphasizes direct communication with residents.[cite: 1] No plan identified[cite: 1] Emphasizes representing Upstate NY.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 22

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name John W. Mannion[cite: 1] Kailee Marie Buller[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 58[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence Syracuse area, NY[cite: 1] Auburn, NY[cite: 1]
Education B.A., Le Moyne College; M.A. Education, Binghamton University[cite: 1] B.A., University at Buffalo[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Rep; former NY State Senator; former high school biology teacher[cite: 1] Former USDA official; Chief of Staff to USDA Sec; CEO oilseed processors assoc.[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House; NY State Senate[cite: 1] USDA leadership roles; no elected office[cite: 1]
Campaign Website johnmannion.com[cite: 1] kaileebuller.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Middle class & lowering costs
2. Healthcare affordability
3. Education & workforce development[cite: 1]
1. Lowering costs & affordability
2. Jobs & agriculture
3. Govt accountability & bipartisanship[cite: 1]
Position 1 Economy: Supports lowering family costs and creating good-paying jobs.[cite: 1] Economy: Supports expanding economic opportunity and lowering costs.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Healthcare Access: Supports expanding access and affordability.[cite: 1] Agriculture: Supports farmers and rural economies.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Education: Supports public education and workforce training.[cite: 1] Govt Accountability: Supports reducing deficits and bipartisan cooperation.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Served in NY Senate and US House.[cite: 1] Campaign emphasizes stated support for bipartisan cooperation.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes community engagement and constituent services.[cite: 1] Emphasizes representing Central NY residents.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 23

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C
Full Name Nicholas A. Langworthy[cite: 1] Dr. Aaron Gies[cite: 1] Christopher Robert Schmidt[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Republican Party[cite: 1] Democratic Party[cite: 1] Independent[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 45[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence Clarence, NY[cite: 1] Olean, NY[cite: 1] Hudson Falls, NY[cite: 1]
Education B.A., University of Rochester[cite: 1] Doctorate degree identified[cite: 1] Not identified[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Rep; former NY GOP State Committee Chairman[cite: 1] Professor at St. Bonaventure Univ; nonprofit leader[cite: 1] Community organizer; labor/energy advocate[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House since 2023[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1]
Campaign Website nicklangworthy.com[cite: 1] aaronforny23.com[cite: 1] schmidtforthenorthcountry.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Economy & reducing costs
2. Border security
3. National security & energy[cite: 1]
1. Reducing healthcare costs
2. Housing affordability
3. Education & opportunity[cite: 1]
1. Rebuilding infrastructure
2. Lowering household costs
3. Local economic investment[cite: 1]
Position 1 Economy: Supports economic growth and reducing regulatory burdens.[cite: 1] Healthcare: Supports reducing costs and improving access.[cite: 1] Jobs & Economy: Supports keeping economic resources local.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Border Security: Supports stronger immigration enforcement.[cite: 1] Housing Affordability: Supports expanding access to affordable housing.[cite: 1] Infrastructure: Supports rebuilding North Country infrastructure.[cite: 1]
Position 3 National Security: Supports defense and domestic energy production.[cite: 1] Education: Supports workforce development and higher wages.[cite: 1] Healthcare: Supports affordable healthcare in rural communities.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Served in Congress since 2023.[cite: 1] No prior elected legislative service.[cite: 1] No legislative experience identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Emphasizes constituent services in Western NY.[cite: 1] Emphasizes listening to community concerns.[cite: 1] Emphasizes direct grassroots engagement.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 24

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C Candidate D
Full Name Claudia Tenney[cite: 1] Alissa J. Ellman[cite: 1] Kenneth G. “Ken” Estes Jr.[cite: 1] Tony Macula[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Republican Party[cite: 1] Democratic Party[cite: 1] Independent[cite: 1] Independent[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 65[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence New Hartford, NY[cite: 1] District 24 resident[cite: 1] New York resident[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Education Colgate Univ; Univ of Cincinnati College of Law[cite: 1] No complete info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Rep; attorney; small business owner[cite: 1] U.S. Army veteran; former federal employee[cite: 1] Farmer and community member[cite: 1] No detailed background[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House; NY Assembly[cite: 1] Federal service; no elected office[cite: 1] No elected office[cite: 1] No elected office[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Economic growth
2. Border security
3. Agriculture & veterans[cite: 1]
1. Local economies & jobs
2. Infrastructure
3. Healthcare & veterans[cite: 1]
No priorities identified[cite: 1] No priorities identified[cite: 1]
Position 1 Economy: Supports reducing regulations and tax burdens.[cite: 1] Jobs: Supports strengthening local economies and job growth.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 2 Border Security: Supports stronger immigration enforcement.[cite: 1] Infrastructure: Supports rebuilding community systems.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Position 3 Agriculture/Veterans: Supports farming, military families, and defense.[cite: 1] Healthcare: Supports improving access and veteran support.[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1] No Position Identified[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Served in Congress and NY Assembly.[cite: 1] No prior legislative service.[cite: 1] No legislative experience.[cite: 1] No legislative experience.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Provides constituent services and assistance with federal agencies.[cite: 1] Emphasizes listening to residents.[cite: 1] No plan identified[cite: 1] No plan identified[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 25

Field Candidate A Candidate B Candidate C
Full Name Joseph D. Morelle[cite: 1] Virginia E. McIntyre[cite: 1] Daelin “Kloud” Walton[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party[cite: 1] Independent[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 69[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence Irondequoit, NY[cite: 1] Gates, NY[cite: 1] Rochester area, NY[cite: 1]
Education B.A., SUNY Geneseo[cite: 1] SUNY Purchase[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Rep; former NY Assembly Majority Leader[cite: 1] Monroe County Legislator; educator; small business owner[cite: 1] Retail & cannabis worker; community advocate[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House; NY Assembly; Monroe County Leg[cite: 1] Monroe County Legislator[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1]
Campaign Website votemorelle.com[cite: 1] virginiamcintyreforcongress.com[cite: 1] kloudforcongress.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Affordable healthcare
2. Supporting families
3. Public safety & environment[cite: 1]
1. Public safety
2. Strengthening education
3. Taxpayer-focused economy[cite: 1]
1. Healthcare access
2. Housing affordability
3. Economic power for workers[cite: 1]
Position 1 Healthcare: Supports expanding access to quality, affordable care.[cite: 1] Economy: Supports taxpayer-focused budgeting and local families.[cite: 1] Healthcare: Treats healthcare as a fundamental need.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Economy: Supports growth and family resources.[cite: 1] Public Safety: Focuses on safer communities.[cite: 1] Housing: Supports expanding housing access and affordability.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Environment: Supports sustainability and resource protection.[cite: 1] Education: Supports stronger schools and community services.[cite: 1] Workers’ Rights: Supports increasing economic security for working people.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Served in Congress and NY State Assembly.[cite: 1] Monroe County Legislature experience.[cite: 1] No legislative experience identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Provides constituent services and district office assistance.[cite: 1] Emphasizes local leadership and engagement.[cite: 1] Emphasizes collective action and volunteer engagement.[cite: 1]

DISTRICT 26

Field Candidate A Candidate B
Full Name Timothy M. Kennedy[cite: 1] Dennis E. Hannon[cite: 1]
Party Affiliation Democratic Party[cite: 1] Republican Party / Conservative Party[cite: 1]
Incumbent? Yes[cite: 1] No[cite: 1]
Age 48[cite: 1] No info[cite: 1]
Residence Buffalo, NY[cite: 1] New York resident[cite: 1]
Education B.A., St. Bonaventure Univ; Master’s Occupational Therapy, D’Youville Univ[cite: 1] No complete info[cite: 1]
Professional Background U.S. Rep; occupational therapist; former NY State Senator; Erie County Legislator[cite: 1] Construction business owner; private-sector entrepreneur[cite: 1]
Prior Public Service U.S. House; NY State Senate; Erie County Legislature[cite: 1] No prior elected office[cite: 1]
Campaign Website timkennedyforcongress.com[cite: 1] hannonforcongress.com[cite: 1]
Top 3 Priorities 1. Affordable healthcare access
2. Middle class & economic development
3. Democratic rights & freedoms[cite: 1]
1. Public safety
2. Lowering costs for working families
3. Children & parental rights[cite: 1]
Position 1 Healthcare: Supports expanding ACA, lowering prescription costs, and mental health services.[cite: 1] Public Safety: Supports law enforcement and addressing crime/drug trafficking.[cite: 1]
Position 2 Economy: Supports job creation and middle-class investment in Western NY.[cite: 1] Cost of Living: Supports lowering household costs for groceries, energy, and healthcare.[cite: 1]
Position 3 Democracy & Rights: Supports voting rights, reproductive rights, and gun-violence prevention.[cite: 1] Parental Rights: Supports greater parental involvement and transparency in education.[cite: 1]
Bipartisanship Experience Served in federal, state, and local government.[cite: 1] No legislative experience identified.[cite: 1]
Constituent Accessibility Provides district offices, constituent services, and federal assistance.[cite: 1] Emphasizes community representation for working families.[cite: 1]

Non-response Note Format: “If a candidate did not respond to the questionnaire: ‘[Candidate Name] did not submit responses to the voter guide questionnaire by the deadline of [Date]. No responses are available for publication.’”[cite: 1]



 

APPENDIX B: KEY RESOURCES

Resource URL Use Case
FEC Candidate & Committee Database fec.gov/data Campaign finance data, committee filings[cite: 1]
FEC Reporting Deadlines 2026 fec.gov/help-candidates-and-committees/dates-and-deadlines Filing schedule[cite: 1]
FEC Independent Expenditures Guide fec.gov/help-candidates-and-committees/making-independent-expenditures IE rules reference[cite: 1]
FEC Advertising & Disclaimers fec.gov/help-candidates-and-committees/advertising-and-disclaimers Disclaimer requirements[cite: 1]
FEC Coordinated Communications fec.gov/help-candidates-and-committees/candidate-taking-receipts/coordinated-communications Coordination rules[cite: 1]
Congress.gov congress.gov Roll call votes, bill co-sponsorships[cite: 1]
Vote411 (League of Women Voters) vote411.org Reference for format and voter resources[cite: 1]
USAGov Voting Guide usa.gov/who-you-can-vote-for Official voter information reference[cite: 1]
U.S. Election Assistance Commission eac.gov Election toolkits and resources[cite: 1]
National Conference of State Legislatures ncsl.org/elections-and-campaigns State-level election law reference[cite: 1]

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