I grew up in Erie County. Jack Kemp was our Congressional rep. I spent most of my childhood watching old Jack with his butt up against the goal posts... and I guess I don't have to mentiion OJ.
My brother lives in Henrietta outside Rochester. Politically, he is on the dark side. He has lived too long in NY. Also, he is a retired teacher as is his wife. They are beyond redemption, but it does make for some lively discussions when we get together.