That appears to be a swipe at the Senate Democrats. The DSCC has been Mannion's largest benefactor. The committee donated $147,108 in September to help the Democratic candidate pay for television commercials. That total excludes other funds spent by the group in support of Mannion's candidacy.

"Mayor de Blasio has even said that taking over the state Senate 'should be at the forefront of all we do.' The last time New York City liberals controlled every branch of our state government upstate was hurt," Reif said. "We can't let that happen again and Bob Antonacci is the only candidate in this race who will carry on the proud legacy of Senator DeFrancisco of fighting for central New York — and that's why Senator DeFrancisco has endorsed Bob Antonacci."

It's the second mailer to cause controversy in the 50th district race. Last week, the New York State Democratic Committee and DSCC sent a mailer that included a quote incorrectly attributed to Antonacci.

Antonacci and Mannion are vying for the 50th district seat. Nearly $400,000 has already been spent by the two candidates, and that figure will increase by Election Day.

Outside groups, such as the DSCC and Senate Republican Campaign Committee, have invested and continue to provide support to their respective candidates in the race.

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