Schenectady, NY, Jan 24, 2011 — It was a big week for Congressman Chris Gibson, the freshman Republican from Kinderhook who represents the 20th congressional district. The former Army Colonel traveled Friday with President Obama on a high profile trip to Schenectady and then was profiled on one of the big Sunday morning political shows. Martha Foley has details.  Go to full article

Saranac Lake, NY, Jan 24, 2011 — During last year's mid-term election, newly-formed tea party groups played a huge role. They helped elect Republican congressman Chris Gibson in the 20th district.

They also contributed to a bitter and divisive rift among conservatives in the 23rd district, opening the door to a win by Democrat Bill Owens.

Now a new political group is forming, hoping to wield similar influence on the left. Brian Mann attended a rally in Saranac Lake on Friday afternoon and has our story.  Go to full article