Josh Riley is a fifth-generation Upstate New York native and a Democrat running for Congress.

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  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 26, 2025 at 10:47 PM

John, your support is still important to our team

I’m doing everything I can to fight back in Congress, but it’s made me a top target.   John, With the end of the month just around the corner, I’m sure you’re hearing from a lot of campaigns right now. So, before I ask you to chip in, I wanted to share a few reasons why your …
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 25, 2025 at 11:03 PM

I’m only asking for $1, and I’ll explain why.

I didn’t run for Congress to fight for unelected billionaires like Elon Musk, the wealthy, the powerful, or big corporations.   John, $1. That’s all I’m asking for today, and I’ll explain why. I didn’t run for Congress to fight for unelected billionaires like Elon Musk, the w…
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 25, 2025 at 4:32 PM

What the experts are already saying about NY-19

If we can show strength early on, we can fend off potential challengers and keep Josh in Congress fighting for us.   Cook Political Report lists NY-19 as one of the most competitive races in 2026. KEEP NY-19 BLUE Last year, NY-19 was the most exp…
  Blake Gendebien · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 24, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Republicans are attacking me

If we win all three special elections this spring, we can flip the House and stop the GOP’s agenda.   John, I’ll get straight to the point: Republicans are up with attack ads right now because they know I’m a threat. Will you split a contribution between my campaign and Josh Riley to…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 23, 2025 at 5:32 PM

I’ve been working hard to deliver for Upstate New Yorkers

The last few weeks in Washington have been an absolute shit show. But despite all the chaos, I’ve been working hard to deliver for Upstate New Yorkers.   John, The last few weeks in Washington have been an absolute shit show. But despite all the chaos, I’ve been working hard t…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 22, 2025 at 4:06 PM

No one elected Elon Musk

No one elected Elon Musk, so I sure as hell won’t stand by and let him hijack our government.   John, Unelected billionaires like Elon Musk have enough power in Washington. Since Trump has taken office, Elon Musk has gotten his hands on seniors’ Medicare payments. He tried to…
  Jessie Koch · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 21, 2025 at 10:23 PM

Sharing a few updates

Your support can help scare off potential challengers and show folks that Josh is here to stay.   Hi John, it’s Jessie, Josh’s Finance Director. Our next monthly deadline is just one week away! Before I ask you to contribute and help us reach our $25,000 goal, I wanted to shar…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 7, 2025 at 6:09 PM

I’m going to keep up the fight in Congress

If Elon Musk wants another tax cut, he can get in line behind people who actually work for a living in this country.   John, I knew it growing up, and I sure as hell know it now: for too long in this country, the deck has been stacked against working people, and it’s been stac…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 6, 2025 at 10:16 PM

This isn’t an off-year

2025 is considered an “off-year” by a lot of people… But that isn’t exactly the case for us.   John, 2025 is considered an “off-year” by a lot of people… But that isn’t exactly the case for us. In a district as competitive as ours, we can’t waste any time. Remember, this was …
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 5, 2025 at 10:03 PM

all hands on deck 🤝

Josh is ALREADY a top target heading into 2026, so we need all hands on deck to hold this seat.   If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately. CONTRIBUTE $5 CONTRIBUTE $10 CONTRIBUT…
  Blake Gendebien · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 4, 2025 at 9:56 PM

I’m a dairy farmer, not a career politician

I know what it’s like to get up for work at 3:30 am, trudge through feet of snow to feed my herd, and make difficult decisions to keep my farm afloat while providing for my family and employees.   John, I’m not a career politician. I’m a dairy farmer. I know what it’s like to get up …
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
February 3, 2025 at 9:53 PM

No one who tried to overturn an election should be anywhere near our government

No one who assaulted the officers defending our nation’s Capitol and tried to overturn a free and fair election should be allowed to walk free, let alone anywhere near our government.   Can you believe this, John?! FIGHT BACK January 6, 2021, was one of the d…
  Josh · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 31, 2025 at 11:40 PM

I know we’ve been emailing a lot this week

I know we’ve been emailing a lot this week, but I wanted to reach out one more time ahead of tonight’s deadline.   John, it’s Josh. I know we’ve been emailing a lot this week, but I wanted to reach out one more time ahead of tonight’s deadline. This is our first monthly deadline of the y…
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 31, 2025 at 2:55 PM

this wasn’t easy or cheap

Flipping this seat last year wasn’t easy (or cheap!), and holding it in 2026 will be even tougher.   John, It’s Jessie, Josh’s Finance Director. Our first monthly fundraising deadline is tonight, and we still haven’t reached our $25,000 goal. Flipping this seat last year was…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 30, 2025 at 10:15 PM

never have and never will

I got into politics to change things, so I’m doing it differently. From day one, I’ve run a completely grassroots campaign. I’ve never taken a penny of corporate PAC money, and I never will.   Here’s the deal, John: politicians line their pockets with cash from big corporate PA…
  Team Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 30, 2025 at 5:11 PM

tomorrow 📅

Republicans already have Josh in their sights, with a brand new challenger saying he’ll run just this week. We need to prepare for a real fight ahead.   John, FIRST: Because of grassroots supporters like you, we flipped NY-19 blue last year! THEN: Just this month, Josh was of…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 30, 2025 at 12:37 AM

an update on our campaign

I have to be honest: this was one of the closest races in the entire country in 2024, and the most expensive.   Hi John, it’s Josh. I just wanted to give you a quick update on our campaign. Last year, we did something incredible together. With your help, we built a grassroots…
  Team Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 28, 2025 at 10:11 PM

Our latest challenger was charged with beating cops on January 6th

This guy has no business being let anywhere near the Capitol ever again.   Last week, President Trump pardoned over 1,500 people who participated in the violent siege of the Capitol on January 6, 2021. Now, one of them is planning a run for Congress in NY-19. That’s right. A …
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 26, 2025 at 4:25 PM

Republicans are lining up to challenge Josh for this seat

Republicans are lining up to challenge Josh for this seat, with Marc Molinaro already expressing interest in running again.   John, We have good news and bad news. The good news is Josh is officially a member of Congress, and he’s hard at work fighting for Upstate New Yorkers…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM

Getting ready for our next fight

NY-19 will always be a top target, and it’s going to be even more challenging to hold this seat, so it’s vital that we start laying the groundwork today.   John, I know we’ve been sending a lot of emails, so I wanted to take a moment to explain why we’re already fundraising ag…
  Riley HQ · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 24, 2025 at 10:59 PM

Help us keep up

Last year, our race was one of the closest and the most expensive in the country. 2026 will be no different, so we have to be ready.   JANUARY FUNDRAISING DEADLINE GOAL: $25,000 DEADLINE: 1/31 CHIP IN John, Our first fundraising deadline of 202…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 23, 2025 at 10:09 PM

We’re a top target

This seat is already a top target, and the work we do now will help us prepare for potential challengers and any attacks that come our way.   John, Last year, we won the most expensive House race in the entire country – and we did it without taking a single cent from corporate…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 22, 2025 at 6:36 PM

Fifty-two years ago

As an attorney, I was proud to work with the National Organization for Women in the fight to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment, and in Congress, I’ll always stand up to extremists trying to take away reproductive rights.   John, Fifty-two years ago today, the Supreme Court iss…
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 21, 2025 at 10:57 PM

Today is Josh’s birthday!! 🎂

It’s been a busy month for Josh, so we thought it would be a good idea to surprise him by making this our best fundraising day of the year!   John, Today is a very special day for Team Riley – it’s Josh’s birthday! It’s been a busy month for Josh, so we thought it would be a …
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 17, 2025 at 12:46 AM

ICYMI: None of this would’ve been possible without supporters like you

Over the past few years, we’ve built an incredible network of grassroots supporters who helped us win this race.   John, Over the past few years, we’ve built an incredible network of grassroots supporters who helped us win this race. Before I share some campaign highlights fr…
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 13, 2025 at 10:14 PM

It’s not too late to become a 2025 Founding Donor!

NY-19 will always be a top target, and Republicans are likely already gearing up to challenge Josh for this seat, so it’s critical that we set ourselves up for success as we begin the new year.   John, did you see Josh’s message about becoming a 2025 Founding Donor? NY-19 will…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 11, 2025 at 5:09 PM

Getting to work!

With the new year here, I’m ready to get to work to deliver results for Upstate New York!   John, With the new year here, I’m ready to get to work to deliver results for Upstate New York! Before I share a few of my goals, can I count on you to pitch in and become a 2025 Found…
  Team Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 10, 2025 at 10:21 PM

Molinaro is already trying to come back

Molinaro has only been out of the office for a few days, and he’s already trying to come back.   John, take a look at what Marc Molinaro just said: “Returning to elected office remains of interest to me… You’re going to see me engage aggressively.” - Marc Molinaro …
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 9, 2025 at 9:25 PM

Starting the new year strong

We’re hitting the ground running to build our campaign back up and make sure we’re ready for everything they’ll throw our way.   John, Last year, our grassroots team came together against the odds and flipped NY-19 from red to blue! This was the most expensive House race in t…
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
January 8, 2025 at 10:42 PM

Congratulate Josh on being sworn in!

To celebrate this exciting moment, we’re putting together a card to congratulate Josh, and we know he’d love to hear from you.   John, We’ve got big news: On Friday, Josh was officially sworn in as a member of the 119th Congress! This is the culmination of all of our hard wor…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 31, 2024 at 9:56 PM

In just a few hours

Reaching tonight’s goal will help us close out the year on a strong note and make sure we’re prepared for anything that comes our way in the year ahead.   Hi John, it’s Josh. I know you’re busy, so I’ll get straight to the point. Our final FEC filing deadline of the year is in just a fe…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 30, 2024 at 10:11 PM

Getting ready for 2025

With the election behind us, our team is planning ahead and getting ready for 2025 and beyond.   John, Our final FEC filing deadline of 2024 is tomorrow! With the election behind us, our team is planning ahead and getting ready for 2025 and beyond. This seat is always going t…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 28, 2024 at 5:16 PM

I’m sorry to bother you on a Saturday

Now that the campaign is over, we’ve been focused on rebuilding our campaign to make sure we’re prepared for whatever comes our way in the new year.   John, I’m sorry to bother you on a Saturday, but our final FEC filing deadline of the year is almost here, so I wanted to fill…
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 27, 2024 at 6:10 PM

Why we’re asking for your support today

We put it all on the line, and now we need your help to rebuild.   John, Here are three reasons why we’re asking for your support today. 1️⃣ NY-19 was one of the most competitive, and the most expensive race in the entire country this year. We put it all on the line, and now …
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 21, 2024 at 4:46 PM

a quick update on our campaign

I have to be honest: this was one of the closest races in the entire country in 2024, and the most expensive. I’m coming in as a top target for Republicans on day one.   Hi John, it’s Josh. I just wanted to give you a quick update on our campaign. This year, we did something …
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 20, 2024 at 6:30 PM

“Riley’s comeback victory”

Heading into 2025 and beyond, Josh is going to be a top target for the GOP as they look to expand their majority.   “Riley’s comeback victory against Republican incumbent Marc Molinaro in a toss-up district was one of the few Democratic victories at the federal level in…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 19, 2024 at 10:10 PM

Help us keep NY-19 blue

The truth is NY-19 is a true toss-up, and will always be a top target for both parties and an absolute dogfight to hold.   John, Thanks to grassroots supporters like you, we successfully flipped NY-19 from red to blue. But now, we have to start building the foundation to keep…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 18, 2024 at 10:30 PM

Sustaining our campaign

On day one, I’ll be ready to work with anyone on both sides of the aisle to cut taxes for the middle class, protect Social Security and Medicare, and fight back against special interests.   Did you see this, John? Last month, the Ithaca Times wrote about our campaign in …
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 17, 2024 at 3:47 PM

A lot of people have been asking this question

While I can’t speak for other campaigns, I know we accomplished something important together in NY-19, and it’s because of the work that each and every one of us did here.   John, Since we won our race in NY-19 last month, a lot of people have been asking us how we did it. It…
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 16, 2024 at 10:11 PM

he’s back??

Josh hasn’t even been sworn in yet, and he’s already one of Republicans’ top targets.   REPORTER: You barely lost this race. Why not try again in NY-19? MOLINARO: There’s every instinct to say and do that… I’m not ready to give up. 2024 was a tough year for…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 15, 2024 at 5:10 PM

I’ll fill you in, John

Right now, our team is working to close the books on 2024 and starting to plan for the future to ensure we have a strong foundation to go up against any opponent.   Hi John, it’s Josh. I’m sure you’re wondering why we’re still fundraising after we won our race last month, so I…
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 14, 2024 at 5:20 PM

Fending off any challengers

Josh is heading to Congress, so Upstate New Yorkers will have a representative they can count on to deliver results for them.   We have good news and bad news, John. The good news is Josh is heading to Congress, so Upstate New Yorkers will have a representative they can count …
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 14, 2024 at 12:07 AM

One of the best ways to support our team

Our campaign team is planning for the future and building a strong foundation for the year ahead.   John, Our campaign team is planning for the future and building a strong foundation for the year ahead. NY-19 was the most expensive race in the entire country this year. Before…
  JoshRileyForCongress.com · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 11, 2024 at 10:04 PM

Republicans spent millions to attack us

2026 may seem far away right now, but Republicans are already gearing up to challenge Josh for this seat.   John, here’s what we know about NY-19. → This was one of the most competitive races in the entire country. → This was also one of the most expensive races in the countr…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 10, 2024 at 11:20 PM

Planning for the future

In 2022, there was only a 1.6% difference in the outcome of our race. This year, there was just a 2.2% difference.   John, In 2022, there was only a 1.6% difference in the outcome of our race. This year, there was just a 2.2% difference. So, while we won our race last month, …
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 10, 2024 at 12:10 AM

None of this would’ve been possible without supporters like you

Over the past few years, we’ve built an incredible network of grassroots supporters who helped us win this race.   John, Over the past few years, we’ve built an incredible network of grassroots supporters who helped us win this race. Before I share some campaign highlights, w…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 6, 2024 at 10:26 PM

Have you taken our Post-Election Survey yet?

While we won our race here in NY-19, we’re already planning ahead, and your input will help guide us as we get ready for the future.   John, Last month, Josh sent an email asking supporters like you to take our Post-Election Survey to share your thoughts with us. While we won…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
December 3, 2024 at 10:52 PM

I’m excited to jump into things!

Last month, I was in D.C. for “New Member Orientation,” where newly elected House members come together to connect and learn more about what to expect in Congress.   John, Last month, I was in D.C. for “New Member Orientation,” where newly elected House members come together t…
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
November 30, 2024 at 9:11 PM

still working to close the books

Our race was one of the most competitive and expensive in the entire country.   Hi John, it’s Josh. I hope you’re having a relaxing Thanksgiving weekend! I just wanted to send a quick note about our November fundraising deadline and ask if you’ll consider pitching in to help …
  Josh Riley · info@joshrileyforcongress.com
November 28, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Happy Thanksgiving!

Today, I’m especially grateful for my family, friends, staff, volunteers, and the incredible grassroots network we’ve built together.   John, Happy Thanksgiving! Today, I’m especially grateful for my family, friends, staff, volunteers, and the incredible grassroots network we…