Brian Higgins - Democrat incumbent
a Make student loan interest deductible and would expand the deduction to more middle class applicants as well as make room and board a qualified higher education expense that would not be taxable
a Increase federal investments in cancer and biomedical research
a Lower gas prices by investigating and ensuring the Big Oil companies can't take advantage of consumers
a Place a price on carbon emissions to combat climate change
a Fight for the Niagara Power Project - which enabled Buffalo to rise as a major manufacturing center and provides hydropower - to stay in control of Western New York
a Provide infrastructure improvements allowing new small businesses to open up and thrive
a Balance better security at the border with the demand for seamless travel and trade between Western New York and Southern Ontario
Michael H. Madigan - Republican candidate
a Supporter of the individual right to bear arms without restrictions
a Improve education by giving teachers the skills they need to help the children get skilled labor jobs
a Pay for performance for teachers and administrators, end busing and keep neighborhood schools
a Offer parental education classes to parents of students in poorly performing schools
a All-inclusive energy policies that take advantage of coal and natural gas resources in America while exploring clean, safe and cost-effective energy technologies
a Create more American jobs through new energy projects
a Support expanding medical care for veterans and provide assistance for those returning from combat
a To improve small business in America, remove excessive regulations, high taxes and legal hurdles that block new businesses.
a Establish a corporate tax rate that will restore competitiveness in the world market.
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