New York State Assembly District 114

Current seat holder: Matthew Simpson.

John Gunther

John Gunther (Working Families Party, Democratic Party) is running for election to the New York State Assembly to represent District 114. Gunther is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Gunther advanced from the Working Families Party primary on June 23, 2026.

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“Universal health care: “I’ll sponsor and vote for the New York Health Act providing health care for all.” (Campaign website (gunther4assembly.com))
“High utility rates: “Politicians from both parties protect the Public Service Commission which, in turn, guarantees oppressive and excessive utility profits. I will work for impactful public service reform by reforming the Public Service Commission.” (Campaign website (gunther4assembly.com))
“New York State’s Prisons: “I join with Senator Dan Stec in calling for the resignation or firing of Corrections Commissioner Daniel Martuscello. By no objective standard is he capable of leading a department in crisis.” (Campaign website (gunther4assembly.com))

Matthew Simpson

Matt Simpson was elected to the New York State Assembly on November 3, 2020. His district is comprised of Essex County, Warren County, and parts of Saratoga, Washington and Fulton counties. Matt firmly believes in putting his constituents interests first in order to prioritize making the community a better place for everyone.

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“I’ve been calling for an all-of-the-above energy approach for years.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))
“As the longtime ranking member on the Ways and Means Committee, Ed has been a strong voice for taxpayers, holding the line against wasteful spending and advocating for policies that make our state more affordable.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))
“I have worked with Matt for years on issues at the heart of what matters to the people living in the Adirondacks and throughout the North Country. Matt will bring balance and integrity to Albany with the thoughtfulness we deserve of how policy truly impacts our way of life.” (Campaign website (simpsonforassembly.com))