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Balter, 42, of Syracuse, helped lead protests aimed at the president’s agenda, while demanding that Rep. John Katko make himself more accessible to the public.

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Universal health care is “at the top of the list,” Balter said of the issues she’d focus on if elected. She said it’s unacceptable that people in the United States have to make choices between paying for prescription drugs and paying for electricity or groceries.

Balter has won Democrats’ trust and support in all four counties of the 24th district. She exudes the integrity, honesty, and clarity of purpose that I am looking for in a representative. She is refusing “big money” from corporations and is proud that her campaign is fueled by regular folks like me. She stands with the people and for the people.

My vote goes to Dana Balter in the upcoming primary election for Congressional District 24. She strongly believes in our Central New York values. She has the know-how, experience and confidence needed to represent upstate citizens.

Districtwide, Democrats have wholeheartedly endorsed her as their choice to represent residents of the 24th, which includes Wayne, Onondaga and parts of the two adjoining counties. Balter reflects their concerns about serious issues in this area: meaningful employment, good health care all can afford, criminal justice reform, protection of our natural resources and more.

If this race were about character only, Dana Balter would be the candidate to support. In 7 minutes Balter can explain to you what she stands for, what her goals are as a Congressperson. She also pivots to stating emphatically, “I’m going to represent the constituents of the 24th Congressional District.”

Linda Berg, political director of the National Organization for Women, wrote a letter to Balter’s campaign informing them of the endorsement. “We look forward to working with (Balter) to achieve full equality for women and girls,” Berg wrote. The National Organization for Women was founded in 1966 and advocates for women’s rights. The group has chapters in every state and the District of Columbia.

My vote goes to Dana Balter in the primary for Congressional District 24. She will not accept money from big donors, including Wall Street. She will be transparent and accessible. She is well informed on issues, and will be very much at ease with one-on-ones, small groups or town meetings. The disadvantaged, the under-represented, the under-educated will all be well-represented with her.