Press Releases

LISBON, N.Y. — Blake Gendebien, a second-generation dairy farmer, today released a new television advertisement, "Working Together," highlighting his record leading his dairy co-op and drawing a contrast with Anthony Constantino's refusal to break with party leadership even as farmers struggle with rising costs.

CARTHAGE, N.Y. — Yesterday, Blake Gendebien, dairy farmer and candidate for NY-21, delivered public comments last night at a hearing held by North Star Health Alliance (NSHA) regarding the proposed closure of the Sleep Center at Carthage Area Hospital and primary care and physical therapy services at the Philadelphia Medical Center.

"Anthony Constantino promised he'd never take a dime from anyone and would fully fund his own campaign," said Blake Gendebien, Democratic candidate for New York's 21st Congressional District. "That promise was broken on primary day when he accepted a contribution from House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, a Washington insider whose policies are hurting our friends and neighbors. Constantino wants to be a DC insider so badly that he'll break any promise he's made to the voters here. But, everyone up here knows a farmer doesn't go back on his word."

LISBON, N.Y. — Today, dairy farmer and small business owner Blake Gendebien announced his campaign to represent New York's 21st Congressional District raised more than $804,000 in the second quarter of 2026, bringing his total cash-on-hand to $2.6 million. The haul was raised by more than 79,000 total donors, with an average contribution of just $38.

LISBON, N.Y. — Blake Gendebien, a second-generation dairy farmer, today released his first television advertisement of the general election, "Before the Sun," a 30-second spot introducing voters across New York's 21st Congressional District to the values that have defined his life: hard work, service to his community, and a commitment to delivering for Upstate New York and the North Country.

LISBON, NY — Following reports that Robert Smullen has suspended his campaign for Congress, the Blake Gendebien for Congress campaign released the following statement:

LISBON, NY — Following his victory in the Democratic primary for New York's 21st Congressional District, farmer, small business owner, and Democratic nominee Blake Gendebien delivered a victory speech focused on lowering costs, protecting rural healthcare, supporting farmers and working families, and bringing independent leadership to Washington.

LISBON, NY — Following his victory in the Democratic primary for New York's 21st Congressional District, farmer and small business owner Blake Gendebien released the following statement:

“I’m running for Congress to fight corruption, protect taxpayer dollars, restore accountability, and actually make life more affordable for North Country families.” – Blake Gendebien

Lisbon, NY – Last week, NY-21 congressional candidate Blake Gendebien convened a group of healthcare leaders and experts from across the North Country for a roundtable discussion focused on the mounting challenges facing rural healthcare systems and the urgent need for solutions.