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Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

June 23, 2026 New York Democratic Party State Primary

Candidates for Rep. In Congress District 15, New York

Ritchie Torres - D

►Websitewww.torres.nyc/

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Jose Vega - R

►Websitevotevega.nyc/

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Michael A. Blake - D

►Websitewww.blakeforcongress.nyc/

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Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Housing & Communities

Housing

Public Safety

Health & Medical

Mental Health

Drug Addiction & Substance Abuse

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

Immigration Policy & Reform

Border Security

Foreign Policy

Israel

Gaza

Israel, Hamas and Palestinian Conflict

China

Russia

Ukraine

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Organization Endorsements

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Universal Basic Income

Crime, Police & Imprisonment

Black Lives Matter

Courts, Laws & Justice

Black Lives Matter

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

Black Lives Matter

Technology, Internet, Social Media, Science & Space

TikTok

Seniors, Social Security, Medicare, Pensions

Seniors & Aging of Population

Minorities

Black Lives Matter