July 1, 2009
CORNING -- After weeks of speculation Corning's Mayor announces his candidacy for the 29th District's Congressional seat. Corning’s Mayor Tom Reed says he will run for Eric Massa's congressional seat in the 2010 election.
Reed says his platform will be built on three planks, personal accountability and responsiblity, less government, and lower taxes. “Government should not be the end all and be all,” said Reed, “it should guarantee opportunity for someone to succeed not their individual success.”
Phil Palmesano, Corning City Republican Chair and friend of Reed believes Reed is the right man for the job, “he has a good understanding and a good connection of the challenges that are facing the people throughout this district.”
Reed is the acting mayor of corning until December 31st of this year.
