It’s been 15 years since the Supreme Court’s disastrous Citizens United decision—a decision that weakens our democracy and puts profits and corporate interests over people. As the top Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, I’m proud to lead my colleagues in fighting back.  

Together, we’ll keep working to limit the influence of special interests, safeguard the sanctity of our democracy, and end Citizens United once and for all. This week I hosted a roundtable discussion which highlighted the decision’s real-world harms and identified solutions ensuring voters know who is trying to influence their vote and our government. Watch a replay of the discussion here: 

I was honored to join Episcopal Senior Living Communities for the dedication of their newest community in Irondequoit. Maya Angelou once said, “The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned.” 

Ellen’s Place is a promise to our seniors to provide that home, so they can age with support in the neighborhood they know and love. I’m proud to have secured $1 million to help bring this project to life, and I look forward to witnessing the many lives this community has an impact on. 

I had the exciting opportunity to welcome the Reverend Dr. Dairl L. Scott Jr. to the Rochester community and the historic Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church last weekend. A.M.E. Zion has been a cornerstone of our community for generations, and I have been blessed to have the opportunity to partner with them many times throughout my time in Congress. 
 
I’m grateful to the congregation for inviting me to join this celebration and I look forward to working together to build a brighter future for everyone in Rochester.

Please know my office is always here to help. Visit morelle.house.gov to learn more about how we can assist you and your family. 

Until next week, 

Joe Morelle 

New York’s 25th Congressional District