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Democrats Cap off Winning Week of Service at Allegany County Fair
ANGELICA, NY —35 Allegany County Democrats donated more than 200 volunteer hours to the county fair this year, illustrating once again how Democrats are “Serving our Community.” Volunteers took part in booth planning and design, set-up, staffing, and clean-up, and this year expanded the scope of service by also volunteering at the entrance gate ticket booth. “We are deeply committed to community service and outreach,” said committee Vice Chair Martha Sabato, “and the Fair is one of our most eagerly anticipated and successful activities.” Volunteers helped voters with their registration inquiries, shared absentee ballot applications, informed visitors about candidates and election dates, and encouraged people to become election inspectors. In addition to staffing the booth with at least two volunteers from open to close every day, the Committee welcomed NY-23 Congressional candidate Max Della Pia, NYS-58 Senate Candidate Dan Brown, and Angelica Village Trustee candidate Linda Cash. This year’s booth design featured a dozen framed photos of county Democrats engaged in community service, as well as graphics highlighting the most important issues facing Americans today. On Wednesday, fair personnel announced the booth had won an award in the non-commercial category. Allegany County Democrats and Democratic Candidates March in Wellsville Balloon Rally Parade
On Saturday, July 9, Allegany County Democrats presented a float and marched in the Balloon Rally Parade through the streets of Wellsville, along with Max Della Pia (Democratic candidate for the House of Representatives NY-23), Dan Brown (Democratic candidate for NY State Senate District 57) and other local candidates. Save the Date: The biennial reorganizational meeting of the Allegany County Democratic Committee will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 6:30 pm. Location and agenda to be announced at a later date.
Allegany County Democrats Deliver for Buffalo Shooting Victims
Mission Accomplished. Marty Sabato, Vice Chair of the Allegany County Democratic Committee, dropped off the cookies this morning at the Resource Center of WNY on East Ferry in Buffalo on behalf of Allegany County Democrats. According to Marty, "The parking lot of the center and the streets around it were abuzz with activity. A representative from FeedMore WNY gratefully and enthusiastically accepted the cookies and they were taken from me by a group of young volunteers from Alfred! (I’d say Allegany County was well represented.) "In addition, as of this evening, we have collected several hundred dollars to donate to FeedMore. Allegany County Dems are kind and generous, for sure. A few pictures are attached. " FeedMore WNY alleviates hunger and assists community members of all ages throughout Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Niagara counties. If you'd also like to contribute to this worthy organization, visit www.feedmorewny.org
Allegany County Democrats Thank Our Local
Health Care Heroes BELMONT, NY — On December 13 and 14, over 1,700 homemade cookies were delivered to the estimated 850 employees at Allegany County’s health care facilities: Wellsville Manor, Manor Hills, Highland Park Rehabilitation and Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville, the Cuba Memorial Hospital in Cuba, and the Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Houghton. This is the second year that volunteers for the Allegany County Democratic Committee have organized this project. Those involved do it to show support for our local health care workers, let them know they are appreciated, and thank them for their dedication and commitment during this prolonged COVID 19 pandemic. More than 50 volunteers from all corners of the county baked and donated cookies. The cookies were packed in individual bags by volunteers (masked and gloved!) at several locations around the County. Each bag had a tag that read: “To the unknown hero receiving this message: Thank you for all you do. We are very grateful! Allegany County Democratic Committee 2021” Martha Sabato, Committee Vice Chair and a key organizer for this project, spoke for all: “No matter how we phrase it, words can never express our appreciation for the health care heroes in our midst. We recognize their commitment and compassion over yet another year dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. We owe them a debt of gratitude for caring for our loved ones, our dearest friends, and our neighbors.” 
ACDC Volunteers prepare cookies for delivery to our county's healthcare heroes.
Delicious holiday cookies ready to be delivered.
Allegany County Democrats Support Teamsters Local 264
Belmont, NY --- The Democratic Party has a long-standing connection to the workers of this nation. Democrats recognize that Labor is the backbone of the middle class and that workers uniting for better working conditions, wages and benefits creates a positive impact in the community. For these reasons, the Allegany County Democratic Committee supports the strike action of Teamsters Local 264 against Saputo/Friendship Dairy. Saputo, which is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, generated $11.5 billion dollars in revenue last year. This wealth was created by its workers -- including our neighbors in Teamsters Local 264. The members of Local 264 worked without time off and without any additional bonuses throughout the entire pandemic. Recently, at the bargaining table, employees rejected a contract that would have raised their health insurance costs to a point that would impose an actual pay cut for the workers. The Allegany County Democratic Committee supports collective bargaining and stands in solidarity with the hard-working union employees as they strike for a better contract. 
Treasurer Karen Patterson delivers a donation from the Allegany County Democratic Committee to striking workers of Teamsters Local 264
Allegany County Democrats on the picket line in solidarity with Teamsters Local 264
Merchandise . . . We Have Merchandise . . . Show your support for Democratic causes and the Allegany County Democratic Committee with our Merchandise!
Click on the individual photos below for a larger view, and then click on the ACDC Merchandise link below to stock up on merchandise pictured here: 
Allegany County Democrats participated in a fund-raising "Wine Pull" on Saturday, May 22 in Angelica.
Participants got a mystery bottle of quality wine in support of
local Democratic candidates.
Allegany County Democrats enjoyed hundreds of bottles of wine at the "Wine Pull".
 Allegany County Democrats “Serving our Community” on National Day of Service: When the Biden-Harris Inaugural Committee contacted the Allegany County Democratic Committee to ask if they would be taking part in National Day of Service the answer came quickly, and the results were impressive. Karen Patterson, lead coordinator for this project, said, “In honor of Champ and Major and, we understand, a cat, becoming residents of the White House, we collected donations for the SPCA Serving Allegany County. We had a short time frame for this project, but our volunteer network knows how to make things happen.” The call went out for donations, which were collected at multiple points across the county. The collected goods were then delivered by volunteers on Monday, January 19th, National Day of Service honoring the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The results can be seen in these photos. Lynda Pruski, Executive Director for the SPCA, said, “The SPCA Serving Allegany County greatly appreciates the efforts of those taking part in the National Day of Service. Our organization is very dependent on volunteers and donations and it is simply wonderful to see our community come through for us in times such as these.”
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Make a plan and VOTE on August 23 in the Special Election for NY's 23rd Congressional District! Max Della Pia is our candidate for progress to replace the failed Tom Reed and fill out the remainder of his term. Polls will be open from 6 am to 9 pm on Tuesday, August 23, or check out the Allegany County Board of Elections website for information about early and absentee voting: https://www.alleganyco.gov/departments/board-of-elections/ Scroll down for more information about Max and links to his campaign. hurry... Hurry... HURRY!
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Max Della Pia Accepts Nomination for NY-23 Special Election
Owego, NY - New York’s 23rd Congressional District has its Democratic nominee for the upcoming Congressional Special Election, a relatively rare political race triggered by the vacancy left by Tom Reed, a Republican who until last week represented the district. Max Della Pia, former Senate Liaison Officer for the Chief of Staff of the Air Force and an engaged community leader from Tioga County, enjoys unanimous endorsement from the Committee Chairs who together represent each county of NY-23. “It’s an honor to be endorsed by all of the County Chairs and to be entrusted with the opportunity to meet this unique challenge. When I was growing up, my Dad always told me ‘Service is what gives life purpose.’ Both my parents were WWII Vets who taught me the American values of integrity, service above self, and caring for others. I feel obligated to do what I can to restore public confidence in our legislative branch. My wife and I moved our children 10 times during my 30+ years in the military but we sank our roots here in the Southern Tier. During my service I traveled to places where people can only dream of having the freedoms we sometimes take for granted. Free elections and peaceful transitions of power are non-negotiable, ” said Della Pia. “We deserve to be represented by someone who truly cares about the people of this region. Someone who not only listens to their voters but gives them the support they need,” said Irena Raia, former candidate for Tioga County Legislator and community organizer, when asked about the nomination. “Everything I know about Max indicates he’s the man for this moment. He’s the real deal,” said Raia. “My rural neighbors struggle to access and pay for quality healthcare. Medicare should be allowed to negotiate the cost of drug prices. We need a representative in Congress who is going to fight for these causes and do what is right for the working families of this district,” said Frank Puglisi, Chair for the Cattaraugus Democratic Committee. When questioned on what he would bring to the table as a Congressperson, Della Pia said: “Americans are concerned about inflation, the lack of good-paying jobs, and the rapidly increasing cost of education and healthcare. We need to prevent price gouging at the pump, invest in our families, and make sure everyone pays their fair-share of taxes. I’m tired of the anti-family rhetoric coming from those in Washington who would rather go on talk shows to attack all the issues and people they’re against instead of telling us what they’re for. We need elected officials who work for our families. I’ve spent my life in service of others; my tenure as a Congressman will be no different.” Learn more about Max and his campaign at: http://dellapiaforny23.com/about 
MARCH 28, 2022
Max Della Pia, Community Leader, Bronze Star Recipient & Retired Air Force Colonel Dares to Do Better by Congressional District NY-23 www.DellaPiaForNY23.com OWEGO, NY - Max H. Della Pia has announced his candidacy to represent New York’s 23rd Congressional District, which stretches from Chautauqua County in Western New York to Broome County. An experienced public servant and resident of Owego, Della Pia is also the only candidate in the race who actually lives in the district. “My wife Nancy and I moved ten times over the course of my military career but chose this community as our home,” said Della Pia. “We serve our church here. We watched our youngest son grow up and graduate from high school here. We’ve come to know the good-natured, hardworking people who call this place home, too. They have asked for and deserve representation by someone who understands our community’s needs.” “At the US Air Force Academy, I swore to support and defend the Constitution of the United States from all enemies foreign and domestic—that oath does not have an expiration date,” said Della Pia. “In fact, I view running for office as a continuation of my service and that oath. Right now, our democracy is at risk from extreme factions who continue to propagate the Big Lie without evidence. By proposing ways to restrict the voting rights of everyday Americans, those who enable and embolden them like Claudia Tenney threaten the very heart of our democracy.” “Our children should not have to go to a Walmart parking lot for WiFi to do their homework,” said Della Pia. “Our school bus drivers and first responders deserve safe roads to drive on. Our workforce needs good-paying, union jobs to reinvigorate our local economy. Those investments are headed to our district, thanks to President Biden, Democrats, and even a handful of Republicans. But when my opponent had the chance to invest in these desperately needed upgrades, she chose political grandstanding over her own constituents. I refuse to allow Tenney to come into our district and declare that she is going to be our next Member of Congress without answering for her negligent record.” Rep. Tenney’s 2022 financial filings show that less than 10% of her fundraising dollars come from within NY-23, and that less than 30% of her total campaign contributions are from New York. “We deserve better,” added Della Pia. When asked about the future of the district, Della Pia replied: “I’m running for Congress because the phrase “Service Before Self” is not just a campaign slogan. It reflects my values. Our kids and grandkids are moving away because they don’t see a future here, and my neighbors tell me nobody in Washington is listening to them. I’ve spent my life not only listening to the needs of others, but also working to meet them. I’m running because I want to do better by the residents of the Southern Tier.” Della Pia’s (USAF) last active-duty assignment was in Kandahar, Afghanistan. After 30+ years of military service as a Colonel he received a brevet promotion to Brigadier General in the NY Air National Guard upon retirement. As a civilian he practiced law, owned his own practice, and worked for Lockheed Martin. Today he serves as President of the Racker Board of Directors and as a member of the Boards of Directors for both the Tioga County Rural Ministry and the Owego Rotary. ### CONTACT: JOAN DAVIS email: staff@DellaPiaForNY23.com Full biography at: DellaPiaForNY23.com Democratic Congressional hopeful Max Della Pia made a whistle stop at the Quicklee's Travel Plaza in Belvedere, NY, where he was greeted enthusiastically by a group of Allegany County voters and supporters. Max spoke about his reasons for throwing his hat into the race and encouraged everyone there to join in his campaign in one capacity or another. Referring to his many years in military service, Max told the crowd, "I swore to support and defend the Constitution of the United States from all enemies foreign and domestic — that oath does not have an expiration date.” Interested voters can learn more about Max Della Pia at https://www.dellapiaforny23.com
Max Della Pia (back row, center) with Allegany County Democratic Committee persons
 Allegany County Democrats: Serving Our Community
ALMOND, NY — The Allegany County Democratic Committee has officially adopted a section of
State Rt. 21 in Almond, NY as part of the NYS Department of Transportation’s “Adopt-a-
Highway” program. The first clean-up of 2022 took place on Sat., April 23 rd . Numerous bags of
trash were collected, giving the roadway a much-improved appearance.
State Rt. 21 in Almond was specifically selected by the Committee because of its importance as
a gateway to our county. This stretch of highway is heavily used by I-86 travelers on their way
to the Alfred campuses or to recreational opportunities elsewhere in the area.
This is just one of the many ways local Democrats serve our community, in keeping with the
Committee’s desire to protect and enhance the quality of life in the county. To learn more, visit
www.alleganycountydemocrats.org or find us on Facebook. Reach out via email
info@alleganycountydemocrats.org or phone (585) 610-4321.
The Allegany County Democratic Committee is the official governing body for the County Party, working
toward broader representation by Democrats at the local, state, and national levels.
The Allegany County Democratic Committee's "Give It Up Challenge" ended on Saturday, March 5, 2022 with a party to recognize those who came up with the most creative challenge and those who raised the most money to support Democratic candidates. ACDC members Gwen Ashford, Marty Sabato, and Brenda Bradley led the winners:
(L to R) Gwendolyn Ashford, Marty Sabato, and Brenda Bradley led the ACDC's winners in the Give It Up Challenge.
Allegany County Democrats Elect Legislative District Representatives At its most recent meeting, the Allegany County Democratic Committee unanimously approved the election of the following members to serve as Legislative District Representatives for two-year terms: District 1 Cheryl Hannigan (Towns of Angelica, Belfast, Caneadea, Centerville, Granger, Hume and Rushford) District 2 Annette White (Towns of Amity, Clarksville, Cuba, Friendship, New Hudson, and Ward) District 3 Diane Cox (Towns of Alma, Bolivar, Genesee, Independence, Scio, Willing, and Wirt) District 4 Kathie Stedina (Towns of Andover and Wellsville) District 5 Ly Kesse (Towns of Alfred, Allen, Almond, Birdsall, Burns, Grove, and West Almond) Democrats residing in each district are encouraged to contact their representatives to learn more about the party’s activities, to discuss running for local office, or with any political concerns pertaining to the district. Email info@alleganycountydemocrats.org or phone 585-610-4321. The Allegany County Democratic Committee is the official governing body for the County Party, working toward broader representation by Democrats at the local, state, and national levels. Learn more at www.alleganycountydemocrats.org or on Facebook, email info@alleganycountydemocrats.org, or phone (585) 610-4321 National Votes for Women Trail: On The Road To The 19th Amendment
By Ly Kesse, a member of the Allegany County Democratic Committee from Alfred, NY: ALFRED -- An Alfred University (AU) alumna was honored with a plaque on the University Green, making her a part of the National Votes for Women Trail. Abigail Allen, wife of AU's second president, was honored with a plaque sponsored by the Pomeroy Foundation and the National Collaborative for Women's History Sites. Before the unveiling, the plaque was wrapped in a purple mantle held in place by a gold rope. "Purple and gold are the colors of suffrage," said AU Archivist Laurie Lounsberry Meehan, '91. Abigail Allen, who died at 78 in 1902, was a locally active suffragist and abolitionist. A member of the Seventh Day Baptist Church, she embraced its progressive politics. She also raised four children while teaching at AU. She was active her entire life. "Right before her death in 1902," according to Meehan, "she was collecting money and materials to send South to schools for the education of black youths." "This is so exciting," said Margie MacIntosh, referring to the plaque for Ms. Allen. Ms. MacIntosh is president of the League of Women's Voters of Cattaraugus & Allegany Counties. "2020 was such a difficult year [to celebrate the centennial of the 19th Amendment]. This year is 100 years plus one." "The struggle for voting rights did not end in 1920," said Mayor Becky Prophet, '70, and Theater Professor. "While this marker program honors the past, it also challenges us to work for the future." "We are literally standing on the shoulders of a giant," said Mark Zupan, current AU president. "The Fiat Luxe is awarded to someone who inspires us. She would receive this award, if we could give it out posthumously." 
Allegany County Democrats Clean Up Roadside in Almond
Dist. 5 Legislative Candidate Ly Kesse Heads Up the Team ALMOND, NY — The Allegany County Democratic Committee has officially adopted a section of State Rt. 21 in Almond, NY as part of the NYS Department of Transportation’s “Adopt-a-Highway” program. The first clean-up took place on Sat., August 21st. This stretch of highway is heavily used by locals and visitors alike, particularly as drivers exit the I-86 Expressway on their way to the college and university in Alfred or to recreational opportunities elsewhere in the area. State Rt. 21 in Almond was specifically selected for adoption by the Committee because of its importance as a gateway to our county, in keeping with the Committee’s desire to protect and enhance the quality of life in the county. Ly Kesse, Democratic candidate for Allegany County Legislature in Dist. 5, which includes the Village of Almond, led the group of volunteers on the approximately two-mile stretch. Ms. Kesse remarked, “Litter-free highways and byways are so much more pleasant....who wants to look at garbage along the roadside? So much more pleasant to gaze at Nature.” Numerous bags of trash were collected, giving the roadway a much-improved appearance. This is just one of the many ways local Democrats devote their time to serving our community. To learn more, visit www.alleganycountydemocrats.org or find us on Facebook. Reach out via email info@alleganycountydemocrats.org or phone (585) 610-4321. The Allegany County Democratic Committee is the official governing body for the County Party, working toward broader representation by Democrats at the local, state, and national levels. 
Mark Holt, Maureen Holt, Ly Kesse and Walter Mason clean up Allegany County roadways in the Town of Almond.
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