A personal message from Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

November 3, 2025 at 9:25 PM

You made a difference

It’s the support from neighbors like you and the daily conversations I get to have across our region that truly keep our campaign going.   Hey Herbert, it’s Blake. Thanks to your generous support last month, we reached our October fundraising goal. It’s the support from neigh…

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  Blake · [email protected]

October 31, 2025 at 10:20 PM

A quick ask

I’m running to be a voice for everyday people — a dairy farmer, husband, and father who knows what families here are facing.   Herbert, I know your inbox is full, so I’ll keep this short. Your donation isn’t just another number. It’s how we reach our end-of-month goal and sho…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 30, 2025 at 10:03 PM

One dollar. One district. One year to win.

We are less than 48 hours away from November, and that means we are exactly one year from winning this seat.   $1. That’s all I’m asking for today, Herbert. It might sound small, but if everyone reading this gave $1, we would hit our October fundraising goal. We are less tha…

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  Gendebien HQ · [email protected]

October 29, 2025 at 9:22 PM

ICYMI: Elise Stefanik is set to launch her campaign for governor in November

There are two pieces of news about Elise Stefanik we think you should know about.   Herbert, There are two pieces of news about Elise Stefanik we think you should know about. 1️⃣ The Wall Street Journal reported that Stefanik is selling her D.C. townhouse. 2️⃣ Politico report…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 28, 2025 at 9:19 PM

This is why I need you in this fight with me

We’re running in one of the most important battleground races in the entire country.   Herbert, I know the next election feels far away right now, so I wanted to take a second to explain why we’re still reaching out and asking for your support. But if you’re short on time and…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 27, 2025 at 10:49 PM

I’m a farmer, not a politician

Thousands of grassroots donors have already stepped up to support our campaign, but we need to continue growing our team ahead of next year’s high-stakes election.   Herbert, I’ll get straight to the point: our next monthly fundraising deadline is just a few days away. So, be…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 25, 2025 at 3:26 PM

Reaching out with a quick question:

While Washington politicians are turning a blind eye to all the everyday people struggling to get by, I’m committed to delivering results for the North Country.   Hi, it’s Blake. I know it’s a Saturday, but I wanted to reach out with a quick question: While Washington pol…

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  Team Blake · [email protected]

October 24, 2025 at 8:54 PM

Stefanik has $12 MILLION

We’ll be blunt: Elise Stefanik is sitting on a lot of money right now. While she may be planning to run for governor, she’s also pledged to “ensure Republican victories up and down the ballot in New York.”   Herbert, Have you seen the latest news about how much Elise Stefanik h…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 23, 2025 at 10:19 PM

We’re paying over half the cost

As a farmer, I can tell you firsthand that these tariffs will continue to have a huge impact on farmers, businesses, and everyone in our community.   Herbert, Here in the North Country, we’ve already been feeling the effects of the tariffs backed by Donald Trump and Elise Stef…

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  Blake Gendebien HQ · [email protected]

October 22, 2025 at 10:15 PM

Let’s send a dairy farmer to Congress

Blake is running to represent the North Country in Congress, but he can’t do it without your help.   CONTRIBUTE $5 CONTRIBUTE $10 CONTRIBUTE $25 CONTRIBUTE $50 OTHER AMOUNT     Paid for by Blake …

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 21, 2025 at 7:46 PM

They’re getting paid but not working

The government has been shut down for 21 days, and Republicans like Elise Stefanik would rather keep it this way than work with Democrats to lower costs and protect benefits for millions.   Herbert, The government has been shut down for 21 days, and Republicans like Elise Stef…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 20, 2025 at 9:59 PM

George Santos

Stefanik publicly endorsed Santos and helped him raise hundreds of thousands of dollars, with CNN reporting that donors “gave to Santos, who was largely unknown to them, because Stefanik, the state’s most influential elected Republican and a prolific fundraiser, backed him.”   …

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 19, 2025 at 8:24 PM

ICYMI: Stefanik’s last in-person town hall was SIX years ago

I’ve been in this race for less than a year, and I’ve already held 15 town halls.   Herbert, have you seen this? It’s been six years since Stefanik hosted last in-person town hall - Watertown Daily Times I’ve been in this race for less than a year, and …

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 18, 2025 at 6:33 PM

Share your thoughts with us

I’m ready to be a voice for our region, and like you, I agree that there’s a lot more we can do to make life a little bit better and a whole lot cheaper in the North Country.   Hi Herbert, it’s Blake. This campaign isn’t about me. It’s about everyone in the North Country who de…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 16, 2025 at 10:04 PM

I disagree with Elise Stefanik and JD Vance

A recent report from Politico exposed racist, homophobic, and antisemitic messages from Young Republicans across the country. But according to Elise Stefanik, these Young Republicans were the “backbone” of their party.   Herbert, A recent report from Politico exposed racist, h…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 15, 2025 at 11:13 PM

This is who Stefanik thinks is “the backbone” of the GOP:

This is exactly what’s wrong with Washington and politics-as-usual right now. These weren’t just college students.   Herbert, Yesterday, Politico exposed thousands of messages from Young Republicans across the country – including some right here in New York. These are the same…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 14, 2025 at 10:11 PM

Chaos

This is exactly what’s wrong with Washington. Costs are rising and working families are falling behind, but politicians are focused on partisan agendas and too busy fighting with each other to see what actually matters.   Herbert, Elise Stefanik chose this. Despite having all the power…

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  Gendebien HQ · [email protected]

October 8, 2025 at 8:13 PM

ICYMI: Stefanik is set to launch her campaign for governor in November

There are two pieces of news about Elise Stefanik we think you should know about.   Herbert, There are two pieces of news about Elise Stefanik we think you should know about. 1️⃣ The Wall Street Journal reported that Stefanik is selling her D.C. townhouse. 2️⃣ Politico report…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 6, 2025 at 9:25 PM

Elise Stefanik shut down the government

New Yorkers are already struggling to make ends meet, and our own representatives are only making things worse. This shouldn’t be political; it’s just common sense.   Herbert, Last week, the federal government shut down because of Republicans like Elise Stefanik. Instead of w…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 3, 2025 at 5:21 PM

Thanks for your support!

I’ve said it before, but working on a campaign is a lot like working on a farm. You can’t do it all on your own. It takes a lot of folks pitching in to get results, and I’m proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish together.   Thanks for your support, Herbert! We’re still cr…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

October 1, 2025 at 5:51 PM

the government shutdown

The federal government is in a shutdown right now. That means healthcare and benefits for seniors, veterans, and families here in the North Country are all at risk.   Herbert, The federal government is in a shutdown right now. That means healthcare and benefits for seniors, v…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 30, 2025 at 10:21 PM

falling behind right now

We’re falling a little behind right now, but there are still a few hours left to reach our $100,000 goal.   Herbert, Hi, it’s Blake. I know we’ve been sending a lot of emails about tonight’s deadline, so I won’t take up too much of your time tonight. We’re falling a little behind right n…

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  Jeremy · [email protected]

September 30, 2025 at 3:58 PM

Tonight is our biggest deadline yet

As the Finance Director on Team Blake, a big part of my job is making sure we’re staying on track and reaching our goals.   Herbert, Hi, it’s Jeremy! As the Finance Director on Team Blake, a big part of my job is making sure we’re staying on track and reaching our goals. We’…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 29, 2025 at 9:52 PM

We deserve better.

As a father, husband, and farmer from the North Country, I know exactly what families and farmers are facing right now. I’m running for Congress to bring this perspective to Washington and make sure our community gets the representation we deserve, but I can’t do it alone.   Her…

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  Team Blake · [email protected]

September 28, 2025 at 3:58 PM

your supporter record is attached:

We’re going up against a massive war chest next November, so now is the time to lay the groundwork and continue building our momentum to ensure we’re in a strong position to win this seat.   Herbert, Our next FEC filing deadline is almost here, so we wanted to send you an upda…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 27, 2025 at 4:35 PM

3 days left

I know your inbox is full of requests just like these from other campaigns, but with only 3 days left to reach our $100,000 goal, we could really use your support right now.   Hi Herbert, it’s Blake Gendebien. I know your inbox is full of requests just like these from other ca…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 26, 2025 at 10:19 PM

a quick note before the weekend

It’s been a busy few weeks on the farm, with harvest season taking up a lot of our time, but now I’m shifting my focus back to our campaign to make sure we reach our $100,000 goal.   Hey there, it’s Blake. I wanted to send a quick note before the weekend to let you know where things are …

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  Team Blake · [email protected]

September 25, 2025 at 4:50 PM

$5 to help us elect a dairy farmer

$5 will help us elect Blake Gendebien – a father, husband, and dairy farmer who was born and raised in the North Country, and knows exactly what folks here are facing.   Herbert, $5. That’s all we’re asking for today, and we’ll explain why. $5 will help us spread our vision …

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 22, 2025 at 9:03 PM

New York could soon see their health care costs rise because of Elise Stefanik

I’m running for Congress to protect your benefits, not take them away from you.   Herbert, Elise Stefanik just voted AGAINST extending Affordable Care Act premium subsidies. Now, families in New York could soon see their health care costs rise. Without them, premiums will clim…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 16, 2025 at 9:08 PM

I may be running for Congress, but I’m still a working farmer.

While I work these long days on the farm, I could really use your help to make sure we’re staying on track and finishing the month strong.   Herbert, I may be running for Congress, but I’m still a working farmer. Right now, it’s harvest season, which means I’ve been spending a…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 15, 2025 at 9:28 PM

Reintroducing myself:

It’s been a few months since we started this campaign, so I wanted to take a moment to reintroduce myself and fill you in on why I decided to run for Congress in the first place.   It’s been a few months since we started this campaign, so I wanted to take a moment to reintro…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 14, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Running a farm isn’t easy

It’s already hard enough to put food on the table, keep the lights on, and keep our farms open.   STAND WITH FARMERS As a farm owner, I can tell you firsthand: running a farm isn’t easy. It’s already hard enough to put food on the table, keep the lights on, and keep our …

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 12, 2025 at 10:23 PM

Our town hall with a special guest 📷

In less than a year, we’ve held 14 town halls, and over 400 people attended this town hall with Congressman Raskin last weekend!   Herbert, Last weekend, I was joined by Congressman Jamie Raskin for a town hall right here in the North Country! In less than a year, we’ve…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 9, 2025 at 9:14 PM

Stefanik’s last in-person town hall was SIX years ago

I’ve been in this race for less than a year, and I’ve already held more than 10 town halls.   Herbert, have you seen this? It’s been six years since Stefanik hosted last in-person town hall - Watertown Daily Times I’ve been in this race for less than a …

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 8, 2025 at 9:21 PM

Our latest campaign updates

Now that we’re in a new week, I wanted to share a few updates on our campaign.   Herbert, Now that we’re in a new week, I wanted to share a few updates on our campaign. ➔ People are getting tired of Elise Stefanik. She just got booed at an event in the district, and folks are …

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

September 4, 2025 at 7:58 PM

ICYMI: Elise Stefanik was booed off stage

For too long, our region has been failed by Elise Stefanik.   Did you hear about this? I can’t say I’m surprised. All throughout the year, I’ve been meeting folks at events and town halls, and it’s clear: the North Country is tired of Elise Stefanik and ready for new lea…

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  Blake · [email protected]

August 31, 2025 at 7:43 PM

I won’t take up too much of your time.

I know the next election seems far away right now, but your support will help us build the strong foundation we need to go up against Elise Stefanik and the GOP next November.   Hi, it’s Blake. I know it’s a Sunday, so I won’t take up too much of your time. Our next monthly deadline is …

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

August 29, 2025 at 9:46 PM

This is why Elise Stefanik got booed

Stefanik doesn’t show up for us. She doesn’t hold town halls, she doesn’t communicate with us about what we need, and her votes in Washington hurt our communities here at home.   Herbert, In case you missed it, Elise Stefanik came to the district last week and got booed. …

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

August 28, 2025 at 9:54 PM

Got milk?

As a dairy farmer, I can tell you firsthand the benefits of whole milk: it’s almost 97% fat-free and packed full of nutrients for kids to help them get through a full day of school and activities.   Herbert, The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act has passed through committee votes…

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  Gendebien HQ · [email protected]

August 27, 2025 at 8:08 PM

The results are in:

Last month, Blake asked you to fill out our Summer Priorities Survey to share your thoughts with our team.   Herbert, Last month, Blake asked you to fill out our Summer Priorities Survey to share your thoughts with our team. After reviewing your responses, here are a few of y…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

August 26, 2025 at 9:44 PM

getting straight to the point

I’m not a career politician. I’m a dairy farmer who was born and raised in the North Country, and I’m running to make sure our community has a voice in Washington.   Herbert, I’ll get straight to the point: our next monthly fundraising deadline is just a few days away. So, be…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

August 25, 2025 at 10:47 PM

Filling you in ✅

The North Country deserves better.   Herbert, I’m running for Congress because the North Country deserves better than career politicians like Elise Stefanik. In a moment, I’ll fill you in on a few of the key issues I’ll fight for in Washington. But first, I have to ask if you’…

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  Gendebien HQ · [email protected]

August 22, 2025 at 8:58 PM

Stefanik was booed off stage by her own constituents

While Stefanik is making headlines for infighting and getting booed off stage by her own constituents, Blake has been putting in the work and talking to folks across the district about how he can advocate for them in Washington.   Herbert, It’s a bad week to be Elise Stefanik.…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

August 21, 2025 at 10:16 PM

I’m running to be a voice for rural America

I was born and raised in the North Country, and I’ll always fight for everyone here.   Herbert, Elise Stefanik sells us out every chance she gets. She’s voted to cut Medicaid and SNAP, while also voting to give more tax cuts to billionaires, and she’s already looking toward th…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

August 20, 2025 at 8:42 PM

Elise Stefanik was booed off stage

For too long, our region has been failed by Elise Stefanik.   Did you hear about this? I can’t say I’m surprised. All throughout the year, I’ve been meeting folks at events and town halls, and it’s clear: the North Country is tired of Elise Stefanik and ready for new lea…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

August 16, 2025 at 3:33 PM

Herbert, can I ask you a question:

While Elise Stefanik is doing everything she can to make things easier for her wealthy donors and turning a blind eye to all the everyday folks struggling to get by, I’m running to fight for working families in the North Country.   Hi Herbert, it’s Blake. I wanted to reach out …

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  Gendebien HQ · [email protected]

August 15, 2025 at 9:26 PM

all hands on deck 🤝

While we’ve been building strong grassroots momentum throughout the year, Elise Stefanik and House Republicans just reported record-breaking fundraising hauls last quarter.   MID-QUARTER DONOR DRIVE GOAL: $15,000 DEADLINE: MIDNIGHT SUPPORT BLAKE H…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

August 14, 2025 at 9:51 PM

a quick note for Herbert:

I’m proud of the movement we’ve built so far, and I know we can keep building on this momentum from now until next November.   DONATE     Paid for by Blake for The North Country Blake for The North CountryPO Box 39Lisbon, NY 13658United States …

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  Team Blake · [email protected]

August 12, 2025 at 9:14 PM

the North Country deserves better

We deserve better than this. That’s why we’re counting on your support to elect Blake Gendebien, a dairy farmer and Democrat who’s running to replace Stefanik.   Herbert, Now more than ever, we need new leaders in Washington who will fight for us—not more career politicians li…

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  Blake Gendebien · [email protected]

August 11, 2025 at 10:57 PM

Reintroducing myself!

It’s been a few months since we started this campaign, so I wanted to take a moment to reintroduce myself and fill you in on why I decided to run for Congress in the first place.   It’s been a few months since we started this campaign, so I wanted to take a moment to reintro…

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