NFIB Endorses Jim Weatherup for State Assembly

OSWEGO COUNTY – Jim Weatherup, candidate for the 120^th Assembly District, announced today he has received the endorsement of the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB). NFIB-New York is among the state’s most respected business organizations advocating for small businesses, job creators and statewide economic growth.

“I am honored to have the endorsement of NFIB-New York. Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy. They understand what it takes to succeed and remain competitive with other states. I look forward to working with NFIB do what I can to assist small businesses. They are the lifeblood of our Main Streets and are our job creators,” said Weatherup.

In a press release announcing candidate endorsements, Ashley Ranslow, NFIB New York State Director, states:

“Electing pro-small-business lawmakers in New York is more critical than ever.  Small businesses employ nearly half of all employees in New York and produce half of the state’s GDP. Small business owners are integral to the state’s economic health and communities, but unfortunately all too often, Albany policymakers continue to overlook Main Street. It is imperative that we have lawmakers who are focused on preventing harmful regulations and mandates on small businesses and reigning in onerous levels of taxes and fees for our Main Streets to survive. The NFIB New York PAC is proud to endorse a bi-partisan group of legislators who have a proven track record or show a deep commitment to fighting for and supporting small businesses.”

Founded in 1943, NFIB is the state and the nation’s leading small-business association. For more than 76 years, NFIB has been advocating on behalf of America’s small and independent business owners, in Washington, D.C., and in all 50 state capitals. New York state legislative endorsements are determined by NFIB’s NY PAC, the association’s state political action committee comprised of actual small business owners from across New York state.

Jim Weatherup will be on the ballot this fall. Early voting starts Oct. 24 and Election Day is Nov. 3. The 120th Assembly District includes all of Oswego County; Sterling, Ira and Victory in Cayuga County; and Ellisburg, Lorraine, Worth and Adams in Jefferson County.

Weatherup is the Republican and Conservative candidate, currently serves as Chair of the Oswego County Legislature, and represents Hastings in the Legislature.  Weatherup has focused his campaign on affordability, support for local governments, economic growth, protecting agriculture, and ensuring rural communities have a clear voice in state policy decisions. To learn more, visit www.jimweatherup.com.