Assemblyman Robert Smullen, who is running for New York’s 21st congressional district, has publicly acknowledged the endorsement of Assembly Leader Will Barclay in a series of posts on his social media account.
On December 30, 2025, Smullen posted: “I am honored to receive the endorsement of Assembly Leader Will Barclay in our race for NY-21. I’m proud of the work we’ve done together in Albany, putting Upstate First – strengthening rural healthcare, fighting to lower taxes, expanding energy independence, and growing our https://t.co/PCNPVvzgih”
The following day, December 31, 2025, he reiterated this message by stating: “I am honored to earn the endorsement of Will Barclay. I spent 24 years serving on the frontlines as a Marine Corps Colonel, including three combat tours in Afghanistan, and I have worked every day in the Assembly to put Upstate First – fighting for rural health care, lower taxes”
On January 1, 2026, Smullen marked the new year with another post: “Happy New Year! As we turn the calendar to 2026, let’s embrace the new challenges and opportunities that await us! https://t.co/m5WhPZwGIM”
Smullen’s campaign messaging frequently emphasizes his military background—he served as a Marine Corps Colonel with three combat tours in Afghanistan—and his legislative focus on issues affecting upstate New York such as rural healthcare access and tax policy. His recent posts underscore both his ongoing relationship with state leadership and his intent to prioritize regional concerns if elected.
