Agriculture is the number one industry in the North Country. Right now, it’s getting hit hard during the government shutdown. We cannot wait any longer. While Washington fights each other, we need leaders who will fight for us.

On this day, we remember the victims of the deadliest attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust. Two years later, many hostages are still in Hamas’s hands. We owe it to them to continue fighting for their freedom and to ensure the world never forgets October 7, 2023.

Thank you Mike Zagrobelny, Tom DiNapoli, Ginger Storey-Welch, SLU College Dems and everyone else who participated in the St.Lawrence County Democratic Annual Fundraiser. It’s always a pleasure and an honor spending time with my local friends and neighbors.

Because of the government shutdown, thousands aren’t being paid and farmers are going bankrupt. This is wrong—New Yorkers deserve so much better.

With the government shutdown entering its third day, the North Country continues to suffer. Extreme tariffs harm our farm workers, the shutdown has furloughed our federal employees, and soon, many benefits may lapse. It’s time to end the shutdown, end the tariffs, and deliver for New Yorkers.

Today is the end of the quarter, and while Elise Stefanik is too busy working to shutdown the government while running for Governor, I am ready to fight for the North Country. Chip in today, let’s take back New York’s 21st: secure.actblue.com/donate/gende...

St. Lawrence County Farm Bureau hosted another great annual 'Day At The Farm' this past weekend. I enjoyed being a part of it. Lots of great questions from community members on the wagon ride through the dairy farm.

Thank you, John and Barb Spaeth, for your unbelievable hospitality. You opened your doors to bring friends and neighbors together to discuss challenging issues and uplifting solutions. We appreciate your voices in this effort—let’s continue to spread our campaign message across North County!

Last night we attended the SUNY Fulton-Montgomery town hall! Thank you to everyone who attended. It’s an honor to meet my neighbors, business owners, veterans, farmers, parents, and teachers, and answer their thoughtful questions.

It was exciting to see so many great candidates at this year’s annual Rome Democratic Committee Fundraiser.  I am excited for Rome’s elections this fall with so much talent and heart! Thank you Angela for all your hard work!

This is how I get things done. From covering corn silage in the morning to meeting with my friends and neighbors for the campaign in the afternoon. Thank you Mother Nature for great weather during harvest and thank Peter and Barbara Beekman for your hospitality

To everyone celebrating Rosh Hashana across the North Country, wishing you and your loved ones a very peaceful, prosperous, and happy New Year! Shana tova!

While our Congresswoman Stefanik is focused on running for Governor, I am holding another town hall this week! Join us on September 26th for a conversation about how we can bring real leadership back to the North Country.

Families in New York could soon see their health care costs rise because of Elise Stefanik's vote today. Her vote is a vote against extending Affordable Care Act premium subsidies. Without them, premiums will climb and many New Yorkers will priced out of coverage. Shameful.

Congresswoman Stefanik is willing to shutdown the government to protect tax breaks for billionaires. That’s it, that’s the tweet.

The federal government is barreling toward a shutdown, and Elise Stefanik is willing to give tax breaks to the billionaires in the process. The North Country deserves better. Unlike Congresswoman Stefanik, I’ll never put personal donors or ambitions ahead of our people.

It was a great afternoon with the Beekmantown democratic committee at Doc’s on the Water. Thank you for all of your support for my campaign and the many others running for local office in Clinton County. It’s an inspiration to spend time with so many public servants and engaged community members.

I had a wonderful afternoon at the senior picnic in Gloversville yesterday - seeing some familiar faces, and meeting some new ones too. We gathered to celebrate the lives of those that we lost almost 25 years ago on 9/11, and to remember their sacrifice.

As we honor the lives lost on 9/11 we are reminded that violence whether foreign or domestic threatens the very fabric of our democracy. We must stand united against hate and political violence in all its forms.

Political violence has no place in America. I’m praying for Charlie Kirk's family. This is horrific news.

With each passing day, the public sees more horrific evidence of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes. Meanwhile, Elise Stefanik remains silent, refusing to demand the release of the files. Epstein's victims deserve better. New Yorkers deserve better.

Thank you to Congressman Raskin and the 400+ New Yorkers who came out this weekend to help build a campaign that is finally focused on lowering costs for everyday New Yorkers.

Food banks across Upstate New York and the North Country are in crisis. Every week, more families need help—and food donations are drying up. Now, with SNAP cuts looming for 40,000+ children in this district, the situation will only get worse. Support your local food bank today.

Elise Stefanik is running from releasing the Epstein files to protect Donald Trump. I'm running for Congress to bring transparency back to New York's 21st. If Stefanik refuses to vote to release them, then I will.

Unlike Elise Stefanik, I stand with the survivors of Epstein and Maxwell’s horrific crimes. She refuses to sign onto a discharge petition to release the files. If I were in Congress, I would sign on and demand their release.

I spent a beautiful Labor Day in Hamilton County, meeting with locals in Raquette Lake for their annual summer picnic. I got to hear first-hand the challenges people are facing in the Adirondacks, and enjoyed a fantastic lunch put on by the local community.

Every day, politicians remind us they are more interested in political theater than real solutions. Next November, we change that.

The images out of Minnesota are horrific. As a father, I grieve with the victims and their families. No child should ever fear attending school. They deserved better from our nation.

The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act is sitting in the Senate. I call on Senate Leadership to get this bill passed and get whole milk back in schools! Whole milk is almost 97% fat free and it’s the most power packed nutrient rich food to help kids get through a full school day!

I had a great time yesterday visiting farms and farmers markets across Schoharie county, talking to locals like Nolan and Fran about the issues, and opportunities, that people are experiencing across New York’s 21st district!

Congress has enough people fighting for the rich. What we need is someone who knows the price of livestock feed, the value of community, and the meaning of a hard day’s work. That’s why I’m running—to be a voice for real people, not political insiders and party bosses.

Elise Stefanik was boo’d by constituents this week. Why? Because she does not show up. She does not hold town halls. And her votes? They hurt our communities. I’m ready to defeat her—spread the word, let’s send a farmer to Congress.

I am tired of the Washington swamp & Albany telling us what to do. We should just let Republican County Chairs lead on this. Let’s reclaim independence and send a farmer to Congress—I am here to represent everyone! www.wcax.com/2025/08/13/s...

As New York’s next Congressman, I will be an honest voice that uplifts farmers, families, veterans, and small businesses while keeping bureaucracy in check. That's my promise to you.

Great turnout at the Gouverneur, NY senior picnic today, where Blake joined St Lawrence County Legislators and volunteers to serve lunch and chat with local seniors.

There is far too much gridlock in Washington. Politicians promise the world, and fail to deliver. Let’s change it–let’s take back this seat and break through the gridlock.

Right now, our North Country farmers need support. Enough with the partisan nonsense, we need to get the farm bill done. Let’s send our campaign to Washington and let’s actually deliver for our amazing farmers.

Not enough people in Congress know what it's like to have calluses on their hands or to put in a real day’s work. That’s why I am running for Congress -- to put in the work and get things done for the North Country.

As New York’s next Congressman, I will be an honest voice that uplifts farmers, families, veterans, and small businesses while keeping bureaucracy in check. We need to make sure North Country families can’t just get by, but actually get ahead.

My pledge to you is simple: we are going to invest in New York dairy farms and make sure our farmers have the resources needed not just to survive, but to thrive.

We had a great time at the Gouverneur and Saint Lawrence County Fair. Congratulations to all of the livestock award winners and everyone who took the time to show their beloved animals. Rural America at its finest!!!

On the farm, when you’re making small square bales of hay, milking cows, or forking stalls, you don’t ask the person next to you which party they belong to, you just get the job done. Let's set aside political parties and get to work to deliver for the North Country.

Great event at the Clayton Opera House for the Jefferson County Democratic Annual Fundraiser. Corey Decillis and his outstanding Committee put on a terrific event filled with enthusiasm and love for the North Country!

It was great meeting everyone at the Senior Rama. A wonderful opportunity to listen and learn and get feedback from our most experienced neighbors!

My pledge to you is simple: we are going to invest in New York dairy farms and make sure our farmers have the resources needed not just to survive, but to thrive.

Had a great time at the Ogdensburg Seaway Festival Parade this weekend. It’s a great tribute to a great city. A place I consider my second home since I grew up right next door. Go Ogdensburg!

I know what it’s like to get up for work at 3:30 in the morning and have to make difficult decisions to keep my farm afloat. Right now, far too many people are facing those tough decisions. It’s why I am running for Congress, to lower costs and protect our farmers and small business owners.

This campaign isn’t about politics—it’s about neighbors. It’s about standing with the farmers, veterans, and families who’ve been overlooked for too long. I’m running to be the kind of Congressman who never forgets who sent him there.

The CEO of the largest dairy cooperative in the country is calling for pragmatic Agricultural Labor Reform. I agree. Let’s pass the Farm Worker Modernization Act. Send a farmer to Congress and let’s enhance our National Security by protecting our farmers and food supply.

I will never jeopardize your Medicaid, Medicare, or Social Security for tax cuts for the wealthy. I will always fight for everyone in the North Country–full stop.