Reed Calls Massa's Mudslinging Typical of Washington Politicians

Congressional candidate Corning Mayor Tom Reed today called Congressman Eric J.J. Massa's mudslinging both "sad" and "disappointing proof that he has been co-opted by Washington politics."

 

"It's disappointing that Congressman Massa used his conference call with the media to sling mud at me for trying to create jobs in the Southern Tier," Reed said. "Only a Washington politician would attack an entrepreneur for trying to create jobs here in our community. In less than a year into his term, it appears that Congressman Massa has adopted the self-preserving Washington approach to politics."

 

"Anyone who has actually taken the risks to begin and operate businesses in New York knows how difficult it is to create jobs in our state," Reed continued. "Job creators find some of the highest taxes and most severe regulatory burdens."

 

"When Massa criticizes folks for taking advantage of public incentives, it clearly demonstrates that he doesn't understand these challenges."

 

Reed, who already owns four businesses, has purchased four vacant commercial buildings over the last year in the Southern Tier to rehabilitate them and attract new businesses. "Over the years I am proud to have created more than 40 jobs and I plan to help create many more despite Washington politicians like Eric Massa," Reed said.