A candidate that is looking to run against Congressman Tom Reed in 2018 has picked up an endorsement. The Chautauqua County Council of NYSUT Teacher Presidents has announced that they have endorsed Rick Gallant. Shawn Howard, Chairman of the CCCNTP, said Gallant will fight for the people of his district on issues like public education, health care, and people's right to make a fair wage. Gallant, who is from Corning, is one of several candidates reportedly interested in challenging Reed next year.