Donna Dye Sholk
Donna Dye Sholk (Working Families Party, Democratic Party) is running for election to the New York State Assembly to represent District 144. Dye Sholk is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. Dye Sholk advanced from the Working Families Party primary on June 23, 2026.
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“As a certified management accountant with over 40 years in business finance, she knows how money works, where it goes, and how to make it work harder for the people who need it most. Now she's bringing that experience to the 144th Assembly District.”
(Campaign website (votedonnadyesholk.com)) “The unallocated power from the New York Power Authority (NYPA) plant in Niagara Falls should be used for the citizens of Niagara and Erie counties. Utility bills are high and residents are struggling to pay them.”
(Campaign website (votedonnadyesholk.com)) “Rural hospitals are being closed. Emergency room wait times are long. We should have a program where young doctors graduating from the Jacobs School of Medicine at UB are encouraged to stay in the area and practice here.”
(Campaign website (votedonnadyesholk.com))Paul Bologna
Paul Bologna was elected to the New York State Assembly on November 5, 2024, to represent the 144th Assembly District, which includes parts of Erie and Niagara counties. Paul was born and raised in the Town of Clarence and is proud to be serving the people of Erie and Niagara counties. Paul has a strong background in local governance and recently served as chief of staff to his predecessor, Assemblyman Mike Norris, working tirelessly to improve the quality of life for the residents of his district.
“Serving the people of the 144th Assembly District is a responsibility that I take seriously, and it is an honor to be their voice in Albany. As a husband and parent of two small children, I know firsthand the challenges families face every day, whether it is finding affordable and accessible child care or managing soaring grocery bills, families are struggling to make ends meet.”
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