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Francis is running for Congress because it’s time for new leadership and fresh ideas that put the people of New York first and rebuild Central New York’s middle class.

“At a time when career politicians in Washington are prioritizing the needs of special interest groups like the Pharmaceutical Industry, the Fossil Fuel Industry, and the NRA, we need fresh leadership that will put the people of Central New York first,” stated Ian Phillips, Chair of the Cayuga County Democratic Committee. “Francis Conole has the unique background, as a Central New York native and Iraq War Veteran, to beat John Katko in November and bring forth fresh leadership and bold ideas that deliver real results in our region. That’s why the Cayuga County Democratic Committee is proud to endorse Francis Conole for Congress in New York’s 24th Congressional District.”
“The Onondaga County Democratic Committee is thrilled to endorse Francis Conole to serve as our Democratic Nominee against Rep. John Katko,” said Assemblywoman and Onondaga County Democratic Chair, Pam Hunter. “Francis is uniquely suited to represent New York’s 24th Congressional District, as a Central New York native who has served our country for more than two decades as a Senior Naval Officer, Iraq War Veteran, and Pentagon Policy Advisor. Francis has the right message, operation, and broad coalition of support throughout the region to beat John Katko in November, and the Onondaga Democratic Committee is excited to get to work electing Francis Conole as our next representative in NY-24.”
“Donald Trump has spent three years union busting by implementing executive orders and passing legislation designed to roll back worker protections, weaken labor unions bargaining power, and make it harder for union leaders to organize and represent employees – all to please his corporate donors. Now, Representative John Katko has officially endorsed Donald Trump for President, meaning he endorses four more years of attacking our Central New York labor unions and working families,” stated John Clark, Business Manager of Local 60. “It’s time for fresh leadership in Central New York that will put the needs of middle and working-class families first. Francis Conole is the best candidate to beat John Katko. Conole is the only one with the deep roots …