The NJDSC Week In Review for May 18, 2012

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The NJDSC Week In Review for May 4, 2012

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Welcome to the latest installment of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee's week in review.  

Now, here's a look back at some of the news from this past week and some of the upcoming events around the state next week and beyond:

Save the Date: Menendez Campaign Kick-Off

  • On Monday May 21, Senator Bob Menendez will kick off his campaign for re-election to the United States Senate.  The kick off event will take place at Union City High School (2500 Kennedy Boulevard, Union City) from 9:30-11:30 am.
  • Senator Menendez will be joined by his children, Alicia and Rob Jr., along with Union City Mayor Brian P. Stack and other supporters.
  • The event is open to the public.  RSVP to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), with the subject line “RSVP-Union City”
  • For questions, please contact Menendez for Senate at 732-246-0098.

Governor Christie Stumps for Anti-Women, Anti-Worker Wisconsin Governor

  • Governor Christie left New Jersey twice this week, and his first trip was to stump for Governor Scott Walker of Wisconsin, who is only the third governor in history to face recall elections, brought about after Walker eliminated collective bargaining for public employee unions and eliminated funding for vital women's health services.
  • Assemblyman Wisniewski released the following statement about Christie's latest trip outside New Jersey:

    “Governor Christie’s top strategist said this week that Governor Scott Walker is ‘just like’ Governor Chris Christie. I agree.  Just like Governor Christie, Walker concealed his plan for his state’s union workers while campaigning for office.  Just like Governor Christie, Walker slashed women’s healthcare funding his first year in office.  Just like Governor Christie, Walker shut down a vital mass transit project which would have brought thousands of jobs and millions in federal funds to his state. Just like Governor Christie, Governor Walker is implementing an agenda that benefits millionaires and billionaires while leaving working people behind.  
    Governor Christie has chosen to stand in support of a governor whose radical right-wing agenda has made Walker only the third governor in the history of this country to face a recall election.  Once again, Governor Christie is on the wrong side of history.”

Governor Christie Gets a D on Environmental Issues... from a group that endorsed him in 2009

  • The New Jersey Environmental Federation, the largest green group that endorsed Christie when he was campaigning for governor in 2009, gave Christie across the board poor marks, criticizing the governor for his position on climate change, his reduction of state renewable energy goals, and his decision to pull New Jersey out of the Regional Green House Gas initative.
  • "He told us to trust him, and we have lost that trust at this point in time," said Sharon Finlayson, chair of the federal committee charged with making the Environmental Federation's political endorsements.

Chairman Wisniewski calls out Christie for Lies of Omission at Garfield Town Hall

  • Governor Christie held a town hall in Garfield, at which he made false claims about New Jersey Democrats and the property tax relief plans proposed by the Assembly and state Senate.
  • Assemblyman John Wisniewski responded, “The governor is quick to level charges in town hall forums where no one is available to challenge his version of events, most recently at his Garfield town hall meeting and his discussion about tax and budget policy.  What he fails to mention, however, is how his own policies and proposals are picking the pockets of hard working middle-class men and women throughout New Jersey in order to benefit New Jersey’s wealthiest residents and ignore the promises he made as a candidate for governor."

Christie Conspicuously Silent on Republican Mayor Charged with Extortion

Delegate Selection Applications Due Thursday June 7 for At-Large and PLEO Candidates

  • If you are interested in becoming a delegate, click here for the Statement of Candidacy and Pledge of Support Form. Statement of Candidacy and Pledge of Support forms must be returned by June 7, 2012 for At-Large delegate and Alternate Candidates and Pledged Party Leader and Elected Official (PLEO) Delegate Candidates. Original forms must be returned to the New Jersey Democratic State Committee at 196 West State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608.



Congressional Corner

  • Senator Bob Menendez joined students and faculty at Montclair State University for a panel discussion on the cost of student loans and higher education.

  • Congressman Frank Pallone met with student leaders at Rutgers to discuss student loans and college affordability.

  • Congressman Bill Pascrell introduced the Better Oversight of Secondary Sales and Accountability in Concert Ticketing Act.  Called the BOSS Act for short (a play on the famed nickname of New Jersey's own Bruce Springsteen), the legislation would protect music fans from being locked out of online ticket sites while secondary ticket sales companies (scalpers) use software to scoop up hundreds of tickets.

  • Congressman Steve Rothman received the "Champion of Healthcare Innovation" award from the Healthcare Leadership Council.

  • Congressman Rush Holt called upon the Republican-led House of Representatives to stop the scheduled rate-hike on student loans.  If Congress does not act, student loan rates will go from 3.2% to 6.4% July 1.

  • Congressman Albio Sires signed a letter alongside Senator Frank Lautenberg, Congressman Bill Pascrell, and Congressman Steve Rothman asking the Port Authority to hold off on the scheduled toll hike.



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  • Assemblyman John Wisniewski, Chairman of the Assembly Transportation Commitee, called upon the Port Authority to postpone raising tolls.
  • Senator Richard Codey announced a plan to combat homelessness in New Jersey.
  • Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle called upon Governor Christie to require the Port Authority to do more with less.
  • Women Senate leaders called upon Governor Christie to use unused job training funding to help fund women's healthcare.
  • Senate President Steve Sweeney, alongside Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg, celebrated the four year anniversary of paid family leave in New Jersey.
  • Governor Christie has set an arbitrary 60-day deadline for consideration of his regressive tax plan, which awards the wealthiest New Jersey residents while offering no real relief for middle class families.  Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver responded to Governor Christie saying, “The governor can play all the silly games he wants with the clock. But Assembly Democrats are focused on middle class and senior citizen property tax relief, job creation and economic fairness for hard-working families. The governor is, of course, welcome to put aside his devotion to tax cuts for millionaires and join us in our effort.”
  • Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg was celebrated as one of 5 "Mothers of Achievement" by Mothers of Achievement, a non-political organization dedicated to promoting the role of mothers in the home, in the community, and in the world at large.
  • Assembly Majority Leader Lou Greenwald, Assemblywoman Connie Wagner, and Assemblyman Timothy Eustace visited with a Bergen family to illustrate the need for middle class property tax relief.

Upcoming Events

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We will continue to have updates about news and events from our elected officials and the many campaigns across the state. There will certainly be more to come next week.  Have a great weekend.


Sincerely, 

John Wisniewski, Chairman
New Jersey Democratic State Committee

 

The NJDSC Week In Review for April 27, 2012

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Welcome to the latest installment of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee's week in review.  

Now, here's a look back at some of the news from this past week and some of the upcoming events around the state next week and beyond:

Annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner A Success!

  • Every year, many state and local Democratic parties host a Jefferson Jackson Dinner, a fundraising event that brings us together to raise money to keep electing Democrats up and down the ticket.
  • Our Jefferson Jackson Dinner was held on Thursday, April 26, at 6 pm at The Heldrich.


                     
  • A crowd of 300 mingled with other Democrats, watched Andrew and Oliver Adler and Nicole Payne accept awards on behalf of their late fathers, Congressman John Adler and Congressman Donald Payne respectively, and heard a stirring keynote address from Senator Bob Menendez.  Democratic State Committee Vice Chair Camden Mayor Dana Redd opened the program, and Chairman John Wisniewski presented the awards and introduced Senator Menendez.
  • The annual event was a success and we left excited about this year's election!

We Guess Mitt Romney Just Doesn't Want New Jersey Voters to Know...

  • Earlier this week, it was reported that Mitt Romney would visit New Jersey to fundraise for Governor Christie's handpicked Senate candidate.  Prior to the fundraiser, Assemblyman Wisniewski had a few questions for the Governor:
  1. Why won’t Governor Romney share the details of his budget plan with the American public? While he won’t reveal specifics to ordinary voters, reporters overheard him sharing details with a group of wealthy donors at a fundraiser in Palm Beach, Florida--- proving once more that Romney believes the wealthy are entitled to special privileges not afforded the rest of us. He said he would reduce or eliminate the federal deduction for state income taxes as well as property tax deductions. The bottom line is we can only guess what these cuts and others would do to New Jersey families, because Romney has refused to share details with anyone who hasn’t ponied up $50,000 for a private fundraiser.
  2. Why won’t Governor Romney listen to Governor Christie and release more than one year of his tax returns? In 2008, Romney released 23 years of federal tax returns to the McCain campaign when he was being considered as their candidate for the vice presidency… and then the campaign chose someone else. What is he hiding? Do Romney’s returns contain information that made him an unsuitable running mate?”
  • Unsurprisingly, Romney had no answers for New Jersey voters.
  • We also learned that Romney's team planned their own private fundraiser at the Short Hills Hilton and attempted to keep the event information from going public.  Star Ledger reporter Matt Friedman was removed from the premises for attempting to interview a donor in the lobby of the hotel.


Delegate Selection Applications Due Thursday June 7 for At-Large and PLEO Candidates

  • If you are interested in becoming a delegate, click here for the Statement of Candidacy and Pledge of Support Form. Statement of Candidacy and Pledge of Support forms must be returned by June 7, 2012 for At-Large delegate and Alternate Candidates and Pledged Party Leader and Elected Official (PLEO) Delegate Candidates. Original forms must be returned to the New Jersey Democratic State Committee at 196 West State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608.



Congressional Corner

  • Senator Frank Lautenberg and Senator Bob Menendez announced that the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water has approved funding for $68 million to deepen the New York/New Jersey Harbor, allowing for larger ships to enter the harbor.  The endeavor will create jobs and allow the harbor to continue to serve as an economic engine for our region.
  • Senator Bob Menendez, whose own mother suffered from Alzheimer's, met with other New Jersey families dealing with the disease as part of the 2012 Alzeheimer's Association Advocacy Forum.
  • Senator Frank Lautenberg and Congressmen Bill Pascrell, Steve Rothman, and Albio Sires, have called upon the Port Authority to hold off on the scheduled toll increase until an external audit of the agency is completed.

  • Congressman Rob Andrews announced last week that the Federal Housing Finance Agency will implement a bipartisan plan proposed by Andrews and Republican Congressman Tom Rooney to require prompt decisions on housing short sales.

  • Congressman Frank Pallone is teaming up with Republican Congressman Frank LoBiondo to bring legal sports-betting to New Jersey.  Pallone and LoBiondo are urging their New Jersey colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support the legislation, which will help strengthen the Atlantic City economy.

  • Congressman Rush Holt published an editorial in the Huffington Post on Earth Day last week urging Americans to view last year's Deepwater Horizon spill as an environmental wakeup call.



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  • Senate President Steve Sweeney has been fighting to make sure that towns don't use municipal fees as a hidden tax on residents.  His advocacy on the issue was supported by a Times of Trenton editorial last Sunday.
  • Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver paid her respects to former Jersey City councilwoman Willie Flood.
  • Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg will speak at a rally on Saturday in Trenton to stand up for women's rights.
  • Assembly Majority Leader Lou Greenwald challenged Governor Christie to debate the differences between the Assembly Property Tax Plan and Christie's plan for income tax.  Christie said he would be willing to debate any time, but is now ignoring invitations for specific dates.  The Star Ledger called upon the governor to respond to Greenwald's challenge.
  • Senator Fred Madden announced that he will craft legislation to address the findings of the student athlete cardiac screening task force.
  • Legislation from Assemblymen Craig Coughlin, Dan Benson, and John Wisniewski and Senator Joe Vitale was enacted, naming April "Donate Life Month" to encourage organ and tissue donation.
  • Assemblyman Valerie Vaineri Huttle wrote an editorial for the Bergen Record declaring that the Port Authority must be held accountable.

Upcoming Events

  • April 29

    Clifton/Passaic Indian American Organization Brunch
    Honoring Congressman Pascrell
    2:00pm-5:00pm
    Elks Lodge, 775 Clifton Ave., Clifton,
    $50pp RSVP 201-893-0473 – Lauren
  • May 6
    Councilman Arthur A.V. Murphy and Councilman Michael DuPont Fundraiser
    4:00pm - 6:00pm
    At the Home of Councilman Murphy (117 Prospect Avenue, Red Bank)
    Ticket Price: $150.
  • May 12
    Assemblyman Benjie Wimberly Team Hope
    Bowling Night of Fun
    8:00pm
    Parkway Lanes, 200 US 46 East, Elmwood Park

  • May 14
    Passaic County Democratic Committee Annual Golf Outing
    10:00am Registration

    The Knoll Country Club, 1001 Parsippany Blvd., Parsippany

    Call 973-279-4647 for more information

Support the New Jersey Democratic State Committee

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We will continue to have updates about news and events from our elected officials and the many campaigns across the state. There will certainly be more to come next week.  Have a great weekend.


Sincerely, 

John Wisniewski, Chairman
New Jersey Democratic State Committee

 

The NJDSC Week In Review for April 20, 2012

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Welcome to the latest installment of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee's week in review.  

Now, here's a look back at some of the news from this past week and some of the upcoming events around the state next week and beyond:

Join Us at the Annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner

  • Every year, many state and local Democratic parties host a Jefferson Jackson Dinner, a fundraising event that brings us together to raise money to keep electing Democrats up and down the ticket.
  • Our Jefferson Jackson Dinner is this coming Thursday, April 26, at 6 pm at The Heldrich (10 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick).
  • The dinner will feature Senator Robert Menendez and honor the lives and service Congressmen John Adler and Donald Payne.
  • For information or to RSVP, click here: https://secure.actblue.com/page/jj12

New Jersey Democrats Support Buffett Rule, Republican Senators Block Its Passage

  • On Monday, the United States Senate voted on the Buffett Rule, legislation named for billionaire Warren Buffett, who pays a lower tax rate than his secretary due to current loopholes and special deductions for wealthy Americans.
  • The Buffett Rule needed 60 votes to bring the legislation to the floor of the Senate, but failed when all but one Republican opposed it.  Both Senator Lautenberg and Senator Menendez supported the legislation.
  • Chairman John Wisniewski blogged on Blue Jersey about his support for the Buffett Rule.

Senator Lautenberg Stands Up for New Jersey Tollpayers While Christie Administration Resorts to Name Calling Blame Games

  • This week, Senator Lautenberg hosted Port Authority Deputy Executive Director Bill Baroni at a hearing.  During the hearing, Baroni was questioned about the rapid rise in tolls.  Baroni refused to give a straight answer, instead lobbing accusations at Senator Lautenberg and behaving in a manner rarely seen in committee hearings.
  • Assemblyman John S. Wisniewski, who has been seeking answers about the rise in tolls and other questionable developments at the Port Authority, released a statement in support of Lautenberg.

Senator Menendez Needs Your Support- Join Him in Standing Up To Big Oil

  • Oil companies currently receive $24 Billion in subsidies from the federal government each year, all while recording record profits.  Senator Menendez recognizes that that money can be much better spent and is sponsoring the Repeal Big Oil Tax Subsidies Act.  Sign on in support of the Senatore here.

Delegate Selection Applications Due Thursday June 7 for At-Large and PLEO Candidates

  • If you are interested in becoming a delegate, click here for the Statement of Candidacy and Pledge of Support Form. Statement of Candidacy and Pledge of Support forms must be returned by June 7, 2012 for At-Large delegate and Alternate Candidates and Pledged Party Leader and Elected Official (PLEO) Delegate Candidates. Original forms must be returned to the New Jersey Democratic State Committee at 196 West State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608.

Congressional Corner

  • Senator Frank Lautenberg and Senator Bob Menendez announced that the Senate Appropriations Committee has approved $20 million for the Gateway Tunnel Project.  The transportation appropriations legislation will now be considered by the full Senate, and both Senators will continue to advocate for funding for the tunnel

    Congressman Rob Andrews spoke about Mitt Romney's disastrous plans for the Department of Education on a press call earlier this week.

  • Congressman Frank Pallone has hired a veteran through the Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program.  The program provides funding to Congressional offices to hire wounded veterans to work in Members' district or Washington DC offices.

  • Congressman Bill Pascrell sent a "Dear Colleague" letter to his fellow House Representatives, imploring them to oppose Mitt Romney's proposal to get rid of the property tax deduction- a deduction many middle class families rely upon.

  • Congressman Steve Rothman issued a statement on April 19, Holocaust Remembrance Day.

  • Congressman Rush Holt faced off against Republican Congressman Leonard Lance in a policy discussion at Rutgers on Friday.

  • Congressman Albio Sires participated in the Summit of the Americas in Cartegena, Colombia.  He met with leaders from Latin America to discuss security issues and promote regional partnerships.


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Upcoming Events

  • Monday, April 23

    7:00pm
    Freeholder Terry Duffy 60th Birthday Bash and Roast
    Hosted by Uncle Floyd
    Brownstone, Paterson  $100pp

  • Monday, April 23
    7:30 pm
    Sussex County Democratic Committee Meeting

    Hampton Diner, Route 206, Newton
    Guest speakers: 11th district Congressional Candidate John Arvanites and Dr. Winthrop Dillaway
  • Tuesday, April 24
    5:30 PM- 8:00 PM
    Fundraiser for Assemblyman Peter J. Barnes, III
    12 New Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840
    $600/Guest
    Please RSVP by 4/17 to Katie Barnes (732) 603-8946 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
  • Wednesday, April 25th - 12 noon
    Luncheon to Support Senator Joseph F. Vitale
    Marsilio's
    71 W Uppper Ferry road
    W. Trenton, New Jersey
    $500.00, RSVP: Krista Sweeney, 732-609-1762

  • Thursday, April 26
    New Jersey Democratic State Committee Jefferson Jackson Dinner
    Featuring US Senator Robert Menendez
    6:00 PM
    The Heldrich, 10 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
    For information or to RSVP, click here: https://secure.actblue.com/page/jj12

Support the New Jersey Democratic State Committee

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We will continue to have updates about news and events from our elected officials and the many campaigns across the state. There will certainly be more to come next week.  Have a great weekend.


Sincerely, 

John Wisniewski, Chairman
New Jersey Democratic State Committee

 

The NJDSC Week In Review for April 13, 2012

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Welcome to the latest installment of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee's week in review.  

Now, here's a look back at some of the news from this past week and some of the upcoming events around the state next week and beyond:

Governor Christie Describes Americans As a Nation of Couch Potatoes

Governor Christie's ARC Numbers Don't Add Up

  • This week, a nonpartisan GAO report indicated that Governor Christie exaggerated costs to justify cancelling the ARC tunnel, which would have opened another commuter tunnel underneath the Hudson River into Manhattan.
  • Assemblyman John Wisniewski, Chairman of the Assembly Transportation Committee, released the following statement: "Today's GAO report on the costs and benefits of the Access to the Region's Core (ARC) tunnel confirms what I have been saying all along. Governor Christie's decision to cancel the ARC tunnel was a short-sighted, politically-driven decision, not the 'tough decision' he claimed it to be."
    "The ARC tunnel was an opportunity to create jobs for our residents, provide more reliable mass transit for New Jersey commuters and ease road congestion. The report documents that the Governor used exaggerated claims and distorted information to reach a pre-ordained decision. It is a decision that will have a detrimental effect on New Jersey's economy and haunt commuters and drivers for years to come."
  • Bloomberg Businessweek points out that "New Jersey commuters will continue to suffer workday delays, miss out on job opportunities and forgo $4 billion in personal income thanks to Governor Chris Christie’s decision to kill a rail tunnel to New York."
  • Paul Krugman of The New York Times makes the case that Christie is the "least reponsible governor" New Jersey's ever had.
  • Bob Braun with The Star Ledger points out that the tunnel would have meant tens of thousand of good construction jobs.

Mitt Romney's Not Exactly Winning Over Women

  • Earlier this week, campaign advisors to Governor Mitt Romney (Chris Christie's endorsed candidate and the likely Republican nominee for President) were asked whether Romney supports the Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.  Their response: "we'll get back to you."
  • The law, which removed statutes of limitation preventing women from seeking equal pay for equal work, was the first piece of legislation signed by President Obama when he took office in 2009.
  • Romney eventually said he did support Ledbetter, but trotted out women who voted against the legislation to defend him.
  • Romney's campaign also used sketchy math to make false claims about President Obama's record on women and jobs.
  • Meanwhile, Slate's Matt Yglesius points of that it has been Republican policies that have hindered getting women back to work during the recovery.  Since more women work in the public sector, cuts to public employment by Governor Christie and his fellow Republicans have hurt women disproportionately.

Booker Saves Resident from Burning Building

  • Newark Mayor Cory Booker made headlines on Friday after rescuing his neighbor from a burning building on Thursday evening.  The mayor was treated for smoke inhalation and the woman he helped is in serious, but stable condition.

Delegate Selection Applications Due Thursday June 7 for At-Large and PLEO Candidates

  • If you are interested in becoming a delegate, click here for the Statement of Candidacy and Pledge of Support Form. Statement of Candidacy and Pledge of Support forms must be returned by June 7, 2012 for At-Large delegate and Alternate Candidates and Pledged Party Leader and Elected Official (PLEO) Delegate Candidates. Original forms must be returned to the New Jersey Democratic State Committee at 196 West State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608.

Congressional Corner

  • Senator Frank Lautenberg was joined by FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski to announce the New Jersey Apps Challenge, a competition among Stevens, Rutgers, and NJIT students designed to spur entreprenuership and technology development.  The program is funded through the America Innovates Act.

  • Senator Bob Menendez has $9.5 million to fund his Senate campaign this fall against Governor Christie's handpicked challenger.

  • Congressman Rob Andrews wrote an editorial in The Atlantic proposing changes to No Child Left Behind.

  • Congressman Frank Pallone will address the Jersey Shore Chapter of the Sierra Club to discuss Republican led  efforts to dismantle environmental protections.

  • Congressman Bill Pascrell called the Governor out for putting politics before policy with respect to his ARC tunnel decision justification.

  • Congressman Steve Rothman met with students from the Frisch School to discuss his role in championing a strong U.S.-Israel relationship.

  • Congressman Rush Holt addressed the “Bullying- Changing the Culture” forum in Princeton this week, discussing the role individuals can play in reducing bullying.

  • Congressman Albio Sires attends the Summit of the Americas this weekend, a conference held in Cartanegas, Colombia bringing together leaders from across the Western Hemisphere to discuss issues of security and prosperity.


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Upcoming Events

  • Monday, April 17
    Assemblywoman Annette Quijano's Cigars, Cocktails, and Conversations
    6:30-8:30 pm
    Michelino's at the Train Station
    14 Julian Place, Elizabeth
    RSVP: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 908.838.7131
    $500/pp
  • Thursday, April 19
    7:00 PM-9:00 PM
    Democrats 2000 MC Spring Fundraiser
    93 Church Lane, East Brunswick, NJ
    Baker's Barn
    $40/Guest RSVP: Everett Falt (732) 354-1297 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • Friday, April 20
    6:00 PM-8:00 PM
    2012 MCDO Vice Chairs' Spring Fling
    New Brunswick Elks Lodge, Lodge 324
    40 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

    $35/Ticket
    Please RSVP to Everett Falt, (732) 906-3680 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

    Saturday, April 21

    The Shirley Chishom Awards Ceremony
    featuring NJ assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver

    12:00pm-4:00pm

    Valley Regency, 1129 Valley Road, Clifton $125pp

  • Monday, April 23

    7:00pm
    Freeholder Terry Duffy 60th Birthday Bash and Roast
    Hosted by Uncle Floyd
    Brownstone, Paterson  $100pp

  • Monday, April 23
    7:30 pm
    Sussex County Democratic Committee Meeting

    Hampton Diner, Route 206, Newton
    Guest speakers: 11th district Congressional Candidate John Arvanites and Dr. Winthrop Dillaway
  • Wednesday, April 25th - 12 noon
    Luncheon to Support Senator Joseph F. Vitale
    Marsilio's
    71 W Uppper Ferry road
    W. Trenton, New Jersey
    $500.00, RSVP: Krista Sweeney, 732-609-1762

  • Thursday, April 26
    New Jersey Democratic State Committee Jefferson Jackson Dinner
    Featuring US Senator Robert Menendez
    6:00 PM
    The Heldrich, 10 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
    For information or to RSVP, click here: https://secure.actblue.com/page/jj12

Support the New Jersey Democratic State Committee

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We will continue to have updates about news and events from our elected officials and the many campaigns across the state. There will certainly be more to come next week.  Have a great weekend.


Sincerely, 

John Wisniewski, Chairman
New Jersey Democratic State Committee

 

The NJDSC Week in Review for April 6, 2012

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Welcome to the latest installment of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee's week in review.  

If you celebrate Passover or Easter, have a happy holiday weekend!

Now, here's a look back at some of the news from this past week and some of the upcoming events around the state next week and beyond:

Governor Christie’s Assemblyman is a Birther?

  • Assemblyman Anthony Bucco, who represents Governor Christie’s hometown of Mendham, told the Huffington Post that he thinks the authenticity of President Obama’s birth certificate hasn’t been resolved yet.
  • This fringe belief is apparently echoed by other Republican leaders in Morris County, as the Morris County GOP sponsored the event which brought Jerome Corsi to address a group of 250 this past week. 
  • The New Jersey Democratic State Committee has called upon Governor Christie to address whether he shares his Assemblyman’s views on President Obama’s birth certificate. 

 

Governor Christie’s Legislative Agenda Looks Awfully Familiar

  • Last week, the Star Ledger published a lengthy article detailing the similarities between legislation promoted by the Christie administration and legislation written by conservative group ALEC.
  • The Star Ledger found Christie and ALEC documents that lined up nearly word for word.
  • Governor Christie and his team initially denied even knowing what ALEC is, but reporters were skeptical about these claims.
  • Further investigation showed that the administration has ties to ALEC and Christie even took political donations from the group.
  • Speaking of Christie and the familiar, Joshua Henne points out in the Times of Trenton that Governor Christie is taking part in the same War on Women that has dominated the agenda of many conservative Republicans across the country. 

Congressional Corner

  • Senator Frank Lautenberg released a statement regarding the need for a new Gateway tunnel under the Hudson River, following comments by MTA Chairman Joe Lhota in support of the tunnel. 

  • Senator Bob Menendez announced that New Jersey will receive $9.4 million in grant aid to Home Visitation Services for families with at-risk children.

  • Congressman Rob Andrews was joined by students and local officials at a rally to keep U.S. Battleship New Jersey in the Camden Waterfront. 

  • Congressman Frank Pallone is leading a group of colleagues in asking President Obama to sign an executive order banning workplace discrimination based upon sexual orientation or gender identity.   In 30 states across the country, such discrimination is still legal.

  • Congressman Bill Pascrell worked across the aisle with 143 colleagues to advocate for continued funding for Community Oriented Policing Services and Byrne Justice Assistance Grant, two public safety programs that provide federal funding for local law enforcement. 

  • Congressman Steve Rothman was among those who rallied this week in Hackensack to demand justice in the Trayvon Martin case. 

  • Congressman Rush Holt announced that the Tinton Falls Fire Department would receive federal grant aid to equip fire fighters.  


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  • Deputy Speaker John Wisniewski, Chairman of the Assembly Transportation Committee, sponsored legislation signed into law that creates a partnership between the NJ Department of Transportation and State Farm Insurance.  State Farm will fund expanding the Safety Service Patrol in exchange for placing its logo on the safety service vehicles.
  • Senator Jim Whelan’s legislation to help veterans return to New Jersey and retrain as public school teachers was signed into law this week. 
  • Next week, the Assembly Transportation Committee will meet to adopt rules regarding its newly aquired subpeona power over the Port Authority.
  • Senator Raymond Lesniak’s legislation to expand drug court substance abuse program was approved in committee this week.
  • In a video release, Assembly Budget Committee Chairman Vincent Prieto discussed the merits of the Assembly Democrat’s property tax credit plan. 
  • Senate President Steve Sweeney was among those honored by the Salem County Chamber of Commerce this week as a Distinguished Citizen of the Year.
  • Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver was among the panelists at the NJDSC Women Speak-Up event on Tuesday evening.  Oliver, alongside Senator Nellie Pou and Mayor Janice Kovach, spoke on a panel moderated by NJDSC Vice Chair Dana Redd about each women’s pathway into politics and the unique challenges of being a female elected official.
  • Assembly Majority Leader Louis Greenwald spoke with the Star Ledger’s Tom Moran about the possibility of a referendum to raise the tax on millionaires in order to provide tax relief to the working and middle class.  

Upcoming Events

  • Friday, April 13

    Woodland Park Democrats Annual Covered Dish

    6:30pm
    Spaghetti Sauce & Meatballs Cook Off Event
    Fire Co. #1, Woodland Park

  • Sunday, April 15, 2012

    Rally to Re-Elect Congressman Bill Pascrell

    6:00pm

    Bliss, Allwood Road, Clifton

    Light Refreshments, $10 cash bar

    Call Lauren for tickets 201-893-0473

  • April 17
    Assemblywoman Annette Quijano's Cigars, Cocktails, and Conversations
    6:30-8:30 pm
    Michelino's at the Train Station
    14 Julian Place, Elizabeth
    RSVP: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 908.838.7131
    $500/pp

  • Saturday, April 21, 2012

    The Shirley Chishom Awards Ceremony
    featuring NJ assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver

    12:00pm-4:00pm

    Valley Regency, 1129 Valley Road, Clifton $125pp

  • April 26
    New Jersey Democratic State Committee Jefferson Jackson Dinner
    Featuring US Senator Robert Menendez
    6:00 PM
    The Heldrich, 10 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
    For information or to RSVP, click here: https://secure.actblue.com/page/jj12

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Sincerely, 

John Wisniewski, Chairman
New Jersey Democratic State Committee

 

The NJDSC Week in Review for March 30, 2012

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Welcome to the latest installment of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee's week in review.  

Here's a look back at some of the news from this past week and some of the upcoming events around the state next week and beyond:

Upendra Chivukula announces his candidacy for Congress

  • Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula announced that he would run for Congress in New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District.  

  • Chivukula, who has represented Franklin, Milltown, New Brunswick, North Brunswick and Piscataway in the New Jersey Assembly since 2002, also served as Franklin Township's mayor in 2000.
  • If unopposed in the Democratic primary, Chivukula will challenge Congressman Leonard Lance in the fall elections.

Democratic Congressional Challenger Slate Firms Up

  • With Assemblyman Chivukula's announcement for Congressional District 7, and Shelley Adler's announcement this week for Congressional District 3, Democrats now have at least one candidate running in each of the districts currently held by Republicans.
  • In Congressional District 2, Cassandra Shober is seeking the Democratic nomination to challenge Congressman Frank LoBiondo.
  • In Congressional District 4, Brian Froelich is seeking the Democratic nomination to challenge Congressman Chris Smith.
  • In Congressional District 5, Jason Castle and Adam Gussen are seeking the Democratic nomination to challenge Congressman Scott Garrett.
  • In Congressional District 11, John Arvanites is seeking the Democratic nomination to challenge Congressman Rodney Freylinghuysen.

New Jersey Voters Speak!

  • Two polls released this week underscored the need for Governor Christie to work with New Jersey Democrats in a civil, bipartisan manner.

  • The first, conducted by Fairleigh Dickenson and PublicMind, indicated that New Jersey voters are overwhelmingly opposed to political name calling.  Leaders on both sides of the aisle should strive to eliminate insults from our discourse, but poll respondents singled out several of the Governor's choice words as the most unacceptable.

  • The second poll, performed by AARP-NJ and published by the Star Ledger, found that 58% of New Jersey voters want Governor Christie to enact legislation, passed by both houses of the New Jersey Legislature, to set up a health insurance exchange.  The exchange would allow New Jersey residents to pool their buying power and select and purchase health insurance from a spectrum of plans.


Kyrillos Has Pants on Fire... and NJ Congressional Republicans vote lockstep with the far right 

  • State Senator Joe Kyrillos, the Republican Governor Christie has endorsed to challenge Senator Bob Menendez, received a Pants on Fire rating from PolitifactNJ this week.  Kyrillos claimed in a campaign email that under ObamaCare "the patient-doctor relationship will be eliminated."  This claim and similar claims like it from Tea Party Republicans around the country have been disproven over and over again.  It is unfortunate that Kyrillos is choosing to resort to scare tactics so early in his campaign.

  • Congressman Frank LoBiondo, Congressman Jon Runyan, Congressman Chris Smith, Congressman Scott Garrett, Congressman Leonard Lance, and Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen (the entire New Jersey Republican Congressional delegation) voted for Congressman Paul Ryan's budget, which turns Medicare into a voucher program in order to fund tax cuts for the very wealthy.

One Year Ago...

Congressional Corner

  • Senator Frank Lautenberg and Senator Bob Menendez, announced $1.3 Million in FEMA funding for homes damaged by snowstorms in 2010.

  • Senator Bob Menendez is fighting to end tax breaks for Big Oil.  Unfortunately, big oil allies in the Senate, comprised largely of Republicans, filibustered Menendez's attempt to end tax breaks for the five largest oil companies.

  • Senator Frank Lautenberg supported Senator Menendez's legislation to end Big Oil tax breaks with a stirring speech on the Senate floor.

  • Congressman Frank Pallone announced his opposition to a U.S. Department of Interior plan to allow seismic testing for oil and gas reserves in the Atlantic Ocean.  Pallone called the plan a "first step toward deep water exploration and a plan to drill for oil off the East Coast."

  • Congressman Bill Pascrell spoke on MSNBC's Daily Rundown about his Veteran Job Corps proposal, a program that will help retrain veterans for available employment opportunities.

  • Congressman Steve Rothman called for funding more Iron Dome batteries, an Israeli rocket defense program.

  • Congressman Rush Holt announced that he will host a free student aid workshop to help high schoolers and their families make decisions about college financial aid packages.

  • Congressman Albio Sires sent a letter to U.S. Tranportation Secretary Ray LaHood to urge the expedited review of the Bayonne Bridge Project.


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  • Senator Shirley Turner urged eligible New Jersey residents to apply for the Earned Income Tax Credit, a federal and state income tax credit for the working poor.
  • Assemblyman Charles Mainor will host Shoot Hoops Not Guns, a Jersey City basketball tournament to foster better relationships between city residents and law enforcement through collaboration, sports, and programs dedicated to stopping illegal gun use and gun violence.

  • Anti-bullying legislation sponsored by Senator Barbara Buono and Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg was signed into law this week.

  • Assemblywoman Valerie Vaineri Huttle, lead sponsor of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Transparency and Accountability Act, applauded the agency's recent moves to be more transparent and accountable, while noting that the legislation should make sure the agency has permanent legislative requirements for cost control and transparency.

  • Senate President Steve Sweeney announced the next town hall to discuss the Senate property tax relief plan will be in Camden County on April 2.

  • Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver, along with Assembly Regulatory Oversight and Gaming Committee Chair Ruben J. Ramos, Jr. and Assembly Regulatory Oversight and Gaming Committee Member Ralph R. Caputo, announced plans to hold public hearings about potentially expanding gaming to the Meadowlands.

  • Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg accepted the 2012 Alice Award for her work to bring film and television production to the Garden State.  See excerpts of the program, including Senator Weinberg's speech, here.

  • Assembly Majority Leader Louis Greenwald told the Courier Post that raising the income tax rate on people making over $1 million will pay for 20% property tax credits for working and middle class families.

Upcoming Events

  • March 31
    2nd Annual Women of Purpose Celebration
    Hosted by Mayor Dana Redd and The Women's History Month Host Committee
    Honoring Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver
    Noon
    Antioch Baptist Church
    690 Ferry Avenue, Camden
  • April 3
    New Jersey Democratic State Committee Celebrates Women Stepping Up!
    Hosted by Vice Chair Dana Redd, Featuring Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver, Senator Nellie Pou, and Mayor Janice Kovach
    Come here NJ's accomplished women leaders speak about their path to politics and how we can empower more New Jersey women to lead in the Garden State
    6pm Reception, 7pm Roundtable
    IBEW Local 456
    1295 Livingston Avenue, North Brunswick
    There is no cost to attend, click here to register
  • April 17
    Assemblywoman Annette Quijano's Cigars, Cocktails, and Conversations
    6:30-8:30 pm
    Michelino's at the Train Station
    14 Julian Place, Elizabeth
    RSVP: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 908.838.7131
    $500/pp
  • April 26
    New Jersey Democratic State Committee Jefferson Jackson Dinner
    Featuring US Senator Robert Menendez
    6:00 PM
    The Heldrich, 10 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
    For information or to RSVP, click here: https://secure.actblue.com/page/jj12

Support the New Jersey Democratic State Committee

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We will continue to have updates about news and events from our elected officials and the many campaigns across the state. There will certainly be more to come next week.  Have a great weekend.


Sincerely, 

John Wisniewski, Chairman
New Jersey Democratic State Committee

 

The NJDSC Week in Review for March 23, 2012

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Welcome to the latest installment of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee's week in review.  

Here's a look back at some of the news from this past week and toward the end, some of the upcoming events around the state next week:

Shelley Adler announces her candidacy for Congress

Senate Judiciary Committee Rejects Christie Supreme Court Nominee

  • The Senate Judiciary Committee rejected Governor Christie’s transparent attempt to pack the New Jersey Supreme Court with Republicans on Thursday, an effort that began with his refusal to renominate Justice Wallace last year.

  • Longstanding precedent dictates that appointments to the Supreme Court maintain partisan balance.Governor Christie has claimed that Kwon is an independent, but appeared to admit after the hearing that Kwon's nomination was an attempt to pack the court with conservatives: “I have every right to have four Republicans on the court, I won the election. I believe the court needs to be remade." 

  • It has been pointed out that the court's "independent" justice, Jaymee LaVecchia, has donated to New Jersey Republicans and served in the administrations of Republicans Governors Whitman and Kean, making the partisan slant if Christie has his way 5-2. 

  • Senate President Steve Sweeney  and Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg each commented on Christie's attempt to drag the court rightward:

    • Sweeney: “There are still two open seats. The governor talks often of how ‘elections have consequences.’ For him, the consequence of the people electing a Democratic Legislature concerned with protecting the integrity of our legal system is now clear. The governor must work with us to put together a balanced tandem of candidates for the Court. The Senate will not consider anything less.”

    • Weinberg: “The court has a tradition and history of partisan balance and ideological fairness that the Governor seems intent on violating. He has a record of attacking the courts and denigrating judges when he disagrees with their decisions and he’s made no secret of his desire to reshape the Supreme Court to his own liking. It’s not Chris Christie’s court, it’s the New Jersey Supreme Court.


House Republicans’ Budget Proposal Rewards the Rich and Penalizes the Working and Middle Classes

Congressional Corner

  • Senator Frank Lautenberg, Senator Bob Menendez, and Congressman Albio Sires were joined by U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood in Hoboken on Monday.  The four men called upon the Republican-led House of Representatives to approve the bipartisan Senate Transportation bill, legislation that will provide increased highway and transit funding to New Jersey.  

  • Senator Frank Lautenberg introduced bipartisan legislation to provide educational assistance to every American veteran. 

  • Senator Bob Menendez received the Distinguished Community Health Champion Award from the National Association of Community Health Centers.

  • Congressman Frank Pallone called for the passage of the Flexibility and Access in Rebuilding American Fisheries Act, legislation he sponsored to support lifting annual catch limits where overfishing is not occurring.  

  • Congressman Bill Pascrell introduced legislation to broaden federal resources and provisions for people with traumatic brain injuries.

  • Congressman Steve Rothman was thanked by the Israel Defense Force Chief of Staff and the Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. for his support of the Iron Dome and outspoken advocacy for strong US-Israel diplomatic ties. 

  • Congressman Rush Holt hosted the swearing-in ceremony for the widow of a September 11 revenge attack victim.  The widow and her three daughters became American citizens with the assistance of Congressman Holt. 

  • Congressman Albio Sires announced a grant award for Brand New Day, an organization that helps community-based organizations provide housing counseling for families and individuals facing threat of foreclosure. 


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  • Assembly Deputy John Wisniewski spoke with NJ Today about misguided Republican economic policy, attempts to shine sunlight on the NJ/NY Port Authority,

  • Senator Paul Sarlo and Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg praised Bergen County prosecutors for their work in averting a terror plot.

  • The Assembly approved legislation sponsored by Assemblymen Wayne DeAngelo and John Wisniewski that would invalidate any contract that requires consumers to waive their right to sue.

  • Senator Nicholas Sacco introduced legislation to expand New Jersey's DNA Database.

  • The Assembly approved legislation sponsored by Assembly members Herb Conaway, Daniel Benson, Cleopatra Tucker, and Troy Singleton to increase allowances paid by the state to veterans with service-related disabilities.

  • Senate President Sweeney and the Senate Democrats held the first in a series of town hall meetings in Lawrenceville this week to discuss their tax cut plan.  The session highlighted the differences between the Senate plan and Governor Christie’s plan, which they called a “scheme for the wealthy.

  • Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg will receive the 2012 Alice Award at the annual Garden State Film Festival.

  • Assembly Majority Leader Louis Greenwald called for middle-class property tax relief in the Burlington County Times. 

Upcoming Events

  • March 24

    Morris County Democratic Committee Spring Breakfast & Fundraiser

    Special Guests, Senator Codey, Assemblywoman Mila Jasey & Assemblyman John McKeon
    10:00-12:00 PM

    Ramada Inn, 130 Route 10, East Hanover
    RSVP: Dave Cockran 973-540-9042
    $50/pp
  • March 25
    Ocean County Democratic Convention
    2:00 PM
    Berkley Recreation Center
    630 Atlantic City Boulevard, Bayville
     For more information, call 732 244 6742
  • March 25
    Atlantic County 37th Annual Democratic Convention
    4:00 PM
    Clarion Hotel and Convention Center
    6821 Black Horse Pike
    Egg Harbor Township
    FOR MORE INFO 609-487-7597
  • March 26
    Assemblyman Wisniewski's Cocktail and Buffet Dinner Reception
    6:00-8:00 PM
    Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel, 515 Route 1 South and Gill Lane, Iselin
    RSVP by March 23 to Mary Lou McCormick at 732-525-1400 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
    $750/pp
  • March 27
    Assemblyman Craig Coughlin's Breakfast Fundraiser
    8:30-10:30 AM
    Shannon Rose Irish Pub
    855 St. Georges Avenue, Woodbridge
    RSVP to Judy, 732-599-1213
    $350/pp
  • March 31
    2nd Annual Women of Purpose Celebration
    Hosted by Mayor Dana Redd and The Women's History Month Host Committee
    Honoring Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver
    Noon
    Antioch Baptist Church
    690 Ferry Avenue, Camden
  • April 3
    New Jersey Democratic State Committee Celebrates Women Stepping Up!
    Hosted by Vice Chair Dana Redd, Featuring Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver, Senator Nellie Pou, and Mayor Janice Kovach
    Come here NJ's accomplished women leaders speak about their path to politics and how we can empower more New Jersey women to lead in the Garden State
    6pm Reception, 7pm Roundtable
    IBEW Local 456
    1295 Livingston Avenue, North Brunswick
    There is no cost to attend, click here to register
  • April 17
    Assemblywoman Annette Quijano's Cigars, Cocktails, and Conversations
    6:30-8:30 pm
    Michelino's at the Train Station
    14 Julian Place, Elizabeth
    RSVP: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 908.838.7131
    $500/pp
  • April 26
    New Jersey Democratic State Committee Jefferson Jackson Dinner
    Featuring US Senator Robert Menendez
    6:00 PM
    The Heldrich, 10 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
    For information or to RSVP, click here: https://secure.actblue.com/page/jj12

Support the New Jersey Democratic State Committee

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We will continue to have updates about news and events from our elected officials and the many campaigns across the state. There will certainly be more to come next week.  Have a great weekend.


Sincerely, 

John Wisniewski, Chairman
New Jersey Democratic State Committee

 

The NJDSC Week in Review for March 16, 2012

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Welcome to the latest installment of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee's week in review.  

Here's a look back at some of the news from this past week and toward the end, some of the upcoming events around the state next week:

Congressman Donald Payne Honored in Memorial Services

  • Congressman Donald Payne, who represented New Jersey's 10th congressional district in the House of Representatives for 23 years and was the first African American Member of Congress elected from New Jersey, was honored by state and national leaders this week for his remarkable life of service.
  • During the funeral services, President Clinton remarked that Payne, a longtime friend, "made me a better president."

Christie Out of State Again to Stump for Struggling Romney

  • Chris Christie headed to Illinois this week to try and boost the campaign of Mitt Romney, who is struggling to lock up the Republican presidential nomination against the weakest primary field in decades.  Christie's trip marks the sixth time he's left New Jersey to campaign for Romney since endorsing him.  
  • The New Jersey Democratic State Committee released the following statement about Christie and Romney:  “Governor Christie and Governor Romney are two peas in a pod when it comes to undermining healthcare access for working and middle class women. In his own first year in office, Governor Christie slashed $7.5 million in funding for women’s health services, including Planned Parenthood. Now, as Christie joins Mitt Romney in Illinois to campaign, Romney is stepping up his own war on women. Following Christie’s lead this week, Mitt Romney told supporters, ‘Planned Parenthood: We’re going to get rid of that.’ Women and men across the country are rejecting politicians who care more about appeasing right-wing extremists than respecting American women. Women in New Jersey, Illinois, and throughout the United States deserve better than the Christie-Romney War on Women.” 


Assembly Panel Given Subpoena Power Over Port Authority

  • On Thursday afternoon, the Assembly voted to grant subpoena power to the Assembly Transportation Committee over the Port Authority due to repeated refusals to provide the public with information.
  • Watch Assembly Deputy Speaker Wisniewski discuss the next steps, including a joint Bi-partisan hearing with the Republican-led New York Senate on April 20th, following the Assembly's vote here.

Three Have Declared for Payne's Congressional Seat

  • Newark Councilmen Donald Payne, Jr. and Ron Rice, Jr, along with State Senator Nia Gill, have announced their intention to run for the congressional seat held by Rep. Donald Payne until his death earlier this month.  

Updates from President Obama's Campaign Team 

  • This week, President Obama's re-election campaign released "The Road We've Traveled," a look back at the 2008 campaign and the three years the President has been in office.
  • Narrated by Tom Hanks, the video focuses upon the tremendous accomplishments the President has achieved since taking office, in spite of the economic and military challenges he inherited and unprecedented obstruction by House and Senate Republicans.
  • February marked two straight years of positive job growth under President Obama.  

British Prime Minister Tours Newark with Mayor Cory Booker

Congressional Corner


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Upcoming Events

  • March 18
    Hunterdon County Democratic Committee Pasta Dinner
    4:00-6:00 PM
    Lambertville YMAC, 65 Wilson Street, Lambertville
    RSVP: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 908-782-3388
    $25/pp
  • March 20
    2012 Middlesex County Democratic Organization Spring Fundraiser
    6:00-8:00 PM
    Novita Bistro, 25 New Street, Metuchen
    RSVP: Dana Korbman at 732-906-3680 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
    $1000/pp
  • March 21
    Fundraiser for Congressional Candidate Shelley Adler
    6:00-8:00 PM
    East Brunswick Hilton, 3 Tower Center Boulevard, East Brunswick
    RSVP: Jeanie Kyle at 501-733-0718 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
    $200/pp
  • March 21
    Somerset County Democratic Convention
    6:30-9:00 PM
    Manville VFW, 600 Washington Avenue, Manville
  • March 22
    Sussex County Democratic Committee "Dinner at the Diner"
    6:00 PM
    Hampton Diner, Route 206, Newton
    RSVP: Diane Wexler at 973-764-5446 or 1-800-946-7232
    $40/pp
  • March 24

    Morris County Democratic Committee Spring Breakfast & Fundraiser

    Special Guests, Senator Codey, Assemblywoman Mila Jasey & Assemblyman John McKeon
    10:00-12:00 PM

    Ramada Inn, 130 Route 10, East Hanover
    RSVP: Dave Cockran,973-540-9042 $50/pp
  • March 25
    Ocean County Democratic Convention
    2:00 PM
    Berkley Recreation Center
    630 Atlantic City Boulevard, Bayville
     For more information, call 732 244 6742
  • March 25
    Atlantic County 37th Annual Democratic Convention
    4:00 PM
    Clarion Hotel and Convention Center
    6821 Black Horse Pike
    Egg Harbor Township
    FOR MORE INFO 609-487-7597
  • March 26
    Assemblyman Wisniewski's Cocktail and Buffet Dinner Reception
    6:00-8:00 PM
    Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel, 515 Route 1 South and Gill Lane, Iselin
    RSVP by March 23 to Mary Lou McCormick at 732-525-1400 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
    $750/pp
  • April 17
    Assemblywoman Annette Quijano's Cigars, Cocktails, and Conversations
    6:30-8:30 pm
    Michelino's at the Train Station
    14 Julian Place, Elizabeth
    RSVP: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 908.838.7131
    $500/pp
  • April 26
    New Jersey Democratic State Committee Jefferson Jackson Dinner
    Featuring US Senator Robert Menendez
    6:00 PM
    The Heldrich, 10 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
    RSVP: Heather at 609-392-3367 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
    https://secure.actblue.com/page/jj12

Support the New Jersey Democratic State Committee

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We will continue to have updates about news and events from our elected officials and the many campaigns across the state. There will certainly be more to come next week.  Have a great weekend.


Sincerely, 

John Wisniewski, Chairman
New Jersey Democratic State Committee

 

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