Inflation Shapes 21st District Vote | Albany News

Inflation and the cost of living dominate voters’ concerns in New York’s 21st Congressional District, with 46% naming rising prices as their top issue. Bills for groceries, gas, energy, and rent have surged, with some utility costs climbing hundreds of dollars. While Democrat Blake Gendebien leads on inflation and jobs, Republican Anthony Constantino edges ahead on housing and property taxes. Healthcare favors Gendebien, while immigration and border security put Constantino in the lead. As economic pressure mounts, both candidates must tackle voters’ wallets to win over the North Country. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f72988daf1d4458f