When Campaigns Clash Over Offensive Content | Albany News

The race for New York’s 21st congressional district is turning ugly — not over policy, but over offensive content. Republican candidate Anthony Constantino, CEO of Sticker Mule, is under fire for a 2022 video using slur-like language targeting the disabled community. The New York Association on Independent Living demands he remove it and apologize — but Constantino blamed the comedian in the clip and accused the group of political attacks. His Democratic rival, Blake Gendebien, also faces criticism after sharing a Daily Show clip implying Constantino has a learning disability. The association’s executive director called Constantino’s video “disgusting,” noting that past behavior resurfaces in politics. Former state senator David Carlucci argues that while free speech matters, how candidates handle mistakes — not just what they say — defines their leadership. Voters are watching closely to see who owns up, who deflects, and who’s ready to lead when the heat’s on. 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/9f76514d679f112b