Allegany County Matters (ACM), a federal political action committee, exists to support federal candidates whose districts include Allegany County.<\/p>\n
ACM-PAC supports candidates who will ensure that ALL are heard, treated fairly and humanely, and enabled to thrive. It is committed to supporting the NY 23 Congressional candidate who will stand up to the current administration, speak out against its abuses, and change the direction our country is headed.<\/p>\n
In the 2026 election cycle, only one federal race affects our county: the race for the NY-23 Congressional seat. Democrats Aaron Gies (Olean \u2013 NY-23) and Kevin Stocker (Tonawanda \u2013 NY-26) are preparing to square off in a primary on June 23, the winner of which will go on to face Republican Nick Langworthy (Pendleton \u2013 NY-23) for the seat in November\u2019s general election.<\/p>\n
Both Democratic candidates were invited to seek our endorsement by responding to a questionnaire. After reviewing the responses and discussing both candidates\u2019 public comments as they relate to leadership and character, the AMP-PAC board unanimously voted to endorse Aaron Gies.<\/p>\n
For months, Mr. Gies has been meeting with people in Allegany County and throughout the 23rd district to listen to voters and relate his positive message for change. He talks of \u201creigniting the common good,\u201d \u201crebuilding a government that works for us,\u201d affordability, and quality health care. His positive message and ideas are attracting support. He has avoided personal attacks. Our organization is confident that, when elected, Mr. Gies will represent the people and families of Allegany County and the 23rd district, not the interests of corporate millionaires and billionaires.<\/p>\n
According to Treasurer Mary Raymond (pictured above with Mr. Gies), \u201cWe are proud and privileged to make this endorsement. In addition to choosing Aaron Gies as our standard bearer, ACM-PAC will donate $5,000 to the campaign for the primary, and will continue to make financial contributions to the extent allowable by law.\u201d<\/p>\n
Paid for by Allegany County Matters PAC. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate\u2019s committee. Learn more at www.alleganycountymatters.com<\/a> Support this effort by mailing a check to PO Box 12, Scio, NY 14880 or donate online at www.secure.actblue.com\/donate\/acmatters<\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Allegany County Matters (ACM), a federal political action committee, exists to support federal candidates whose districts include Allegany County. ACM-PAC supports candidates who will ensure that ALL are heard, treated […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":1330,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Allegany County Matters (ACM), a federal political action committee, exists to support federal candidates whose districts include Allegany County. \r\nACM-PAC supports candidates who will ensure that ALL are heard, treated fairly and humanely, and enabled to thrive. It is committed to supporting the NY 23 Congressional candidate who will stand up to the current administration, speak out against its abuses, and change the direction our country is headed. \r\nIn the 2026 election cycle, only one federal race affects our county: the race for the NY-23 Congressional seat. Democrats Aaron Gies (Olean \u2013 NY-23) and Kevin Stocker (Tonawanda \u2013 NY-26) are preparing to square off in a primary on June 23, the winner of which will go on to face Republican Nick Langworthy (Pendleton \u2013 NY-23) for the seat in November\u2019s general election. \r\nBoth Democratic candidates were invited to seek our endorsement by responding to a questionnaire. After reviewing the responses and discussing both candidates\u2019 public comments as they relate to leadership and character, the AMP-PAC board unanimously voted to endorse Aaron Gies. \r\nFor months, Mr. Gies has been meeting with people in Allegany County and throughout the 23rd district to listen to voters and relate his positive message for change. He talks of \u201creigniting the common good,\u201d \u201crebuilding a government that works for us,\u201d affordability, and quality health care. His positive message and ideas are attracting support. He has avoided personal attacks. 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