Democratic candidate for Congress in the 23rd Congressional District Tracy Mitrano gives a fiery address during the annual Steuben County Democratic Committee Picnic in Hornell on Saturday.
HORNELL — Progressive visions of governance floated on the summer breeze in Hornell on Saturday at the annual Steuben County Democratic Committee Picnic.
Mitrano told of her extensive educational background and expertise in cyber security policy.
Mitrano said she got involved in politics to bring that message to the forefront of national debate, having seen the “failings” of Congress on issues of internet privacy, propriety and security.
Mitrano urged Democrats to turn out to vote in November’s General Election.
“Are you going to stand up with me for healthcare in this district, for access to education?
Are you going to stand up for the common values of working and middle class people in the 23rd District of New York?” she closed.
Lausell is running on a platform that highlights healthcare, education, renewable energy and environmental protection.
“Both of them are ethically challenged,” she said of her Republican opponents.
“If elected I will work for all of you,” she concluded.