Cook Political has rated NY-19 as a toss up. We can flip this seat back to Blue!
Josh Riley, born and raised in Upstate New York, is an attorney with a law degree from Harvard Law School and a bachelor’s from Cornell University. He has served as Counsel in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, where he worked on issues such as healthcare, workers’ rights, and economic justice.
Riley’s roots in Upstate New York shape his understanding of the community’s needs. His family has lived in the region for generations, giving him deep ties to the area.
Throughout his career, Riley has been a steadfast advocate for workers and middle-class families. His legal work includes fighting for veterans, protecting Social Security, and holding corporations accountable.
Issue Stances:
- Healthcare: Advocates for affordable and accessible healthcare.
- Economic Growth: Supports policies that create jobs and invest in local infrastructure.
- Fighting Corruption: Committed to campaign finance reform and ending corporate influence in politics.
With his deep local roots, experience in Washington, and commitment to fighting for working families, Riley presents himself as the ideal candidate to represent New York’s 19th District. His focus on key issues resonates with voters across the political spectrum, making him a strong contender in the upcoming Congressional race.
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I’m running for Congress with a promise: I’ll never take a penny from corporate PACs because I’m fighting for neighborhoods like the one that raised me on Birdsall Street–-not the special interests.
- Josh Riley