Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing: 7/1/2026
Below is Insider NJ's Morning Intelligence Briefing (by pete@insidernj.com):
QUOTE OF THE DAY: "This budget is for you. This budget puts affordability first. We've put together the most property tax relief in history. This is also an opportunity budget. New Jersey always finds a way or makes one." - Governor Sherrill signing the FY2027 state budget at 11:30pm last night
TOP STORY: Governor Sherrill Does Budget Endzone Dance, Addresses Jersey City Supplemental, Signs Budget
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Rep. Kean made his much-anticipated return to Congress, revealing that he has been suffering from depression which required hospitalization. In a House floor speech, Kean acknowledged his desire for privacy, adding that it was 'not an easy speech' to give, but that he owed an explanation to his constituents. Noting that 50M Americans suffer from depression, Kean said that 'asking for help is not a weakness, it's a strength' and that he's looking forward to resuming work and his re-election bid.
Governor Sherrill directed flags to half-staff in honor of the late former Rep. Guarini.
Governor Sherrill applauded the Supreme Court's decision upholding birthright citizenship.
The state is spending millions again to cover World Cup costs, according to NJ.com.
A fare hike will hit NJ Transit riders as the agency faces a budget gap, according to NorthJersey.com.
NJ schools face ballooning health costs, according to NorthJersey.com.
NJ drought impacts will increase under the heatwave, according to the Asbury Park Press.
Mahjong is booming this summer with a younger crowd at the Jersey Shore, according to the Asbury Park Press.
Rep. Van Drew touted youth fitness with RFK Jr, according to SaveJersey.
The NJ AFL-CIO urged Rep. Pallone to reconsider his support for a data center moratorium.
Rep. Gottheimer's daughter and DHS Secretary Mullin's daughter co-wrote a childrens' book on bipartisanship.
Rowan University's vet school can 'keep the lights on' with state funding in the budget, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
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In CD7, Rep. Kean's return coincided with the passage of the state budget. The fallout from his bombshell depression revelation is already getting ugly, according to NJ.com. Bipartisan support poured in for Kean, according to NJ Globe. NJGOP Chair Hanlon applauded Kean for the courage to reveal his struggle with depression, while slamming Democrat Bennett for pre-diagnosis campaign rhetoric labeling Kean a 'coward'. Bennett wished Kean well, but said that Kean had been 'failing our community long before his absence'. NJDSC Chair Jones expressed sympathy for Kean, but slammed Republicans for hypocrisy and criticizing Kean's voting record. Kean's colleagues welcomed him back to Congress, but some are questioning his decision keep his depression a secret, according to Politico. There are still questions surrounding his absence, and future, according to NY Times.
Keyes-Maloney was elected Mercer County Democratic Chair, according to NJ Globe.
Bengivenga was re-elected Middlesex County GOP Chair, according to NJ Globe.
The NJEA and NEA endorsed congressional candidates.
The NJ Young Republican Federation elected leadership.
ICYMI: In CD2, Norcross hopes for ally w/ Mullock; Kean watch continues; Murphy to do county town halls; Hathaway criticized Mejia; despite challenge, Earp re-elected Ocean Dems chair; Kean's return will get more attention than ever; Gee is running for Mercer Dems Chair; Parano named NJDSC ED; in CD7, GOP source floats different strategy, Maher poked fun at Kean, Kean's absence makes re-election difficult amid GOP jitters
The FY2027 $60.73B budget passed the Assembly and passed the Senate yesterday, finalizing the spending plan on the June 30th deadline. The Assembly vote was 58-20 after relatively little discussion between the entrenched sides, and heavy criticism from Republicans on spending and transparency. The Senate passed the budget along party lines, 24-16, with Republicans slamming it as government gluttony, while Senate Budget Committee Chair Sarlo defended the spending plan, though noting that school funding is the 'greatest concern we all face going forward' and that the funding formula must be tackled. Governor Sherrill did an endzone dance, touting the spending plan as an 'affordability budget' as she signed it into law.
Governor Sherrill took action on legislation.
The Governor's first budget includes her priorities but continues traditions she criticized, according to Politico NJ.
The Legislature held the climate superfund legislation, to progressives' dismay, according to Politico NJ.
The state banned AI-powered grocery pricing, according to Politico NJ.
Lawmakers are pushing legislation to tax prediction market operators, according to NJ Herald.
Assemblymembers Quijano and Kanitra sparred over patient protection legislation.
The Assembly passed legislation to require employers to pay a Medicaid fee.
The Assembly passed legislation targeting the GEO Group.
Senator Testa applauded the Supreme Court's decision upholding transgender athlete bans.
Lawmakers approved new protections for transgender and reproductive health care, according to NJ Monitor.
The NJSIAA's transgender policy won't change after the Supreme Court ruling, according to NorthJersey.com.
ICYMI: Committees advanced the budget which heads to both houses, over weekend staff sorted details amid last-minute backroom haggling, Sherrill 'pleased with where the outlines of the budget fell', Greenwald laid out the budget process, Mukherji said Govs should take note, O'Scanlon lambasted the budget process, Inganamort infuriated by bills, insiders puzzled over budget implications amid ongoing drama and speculation, Sarlo confirmed 'a deal in place', GOP legislators slammed budget secrecy, Governor, leaders announce budget deal w/ agreement reached on StayNJ, GOP Senators panned the process, Gov/leaders hammer away at deal to resolve differences, Coughlin 'expressed' confidence, while Scutari made a budget timeline announcement
In Bernardsville, a prefab recreation facility is eyed, according to NJ Hills.
In Boonton, the town received Center Designation, according to NJ Hills.
In Brick, the Little League resolved a financial issue after false online claims, according to Jersey Shore Online.
In Camden, the city wants to encourage filmmaking, according to TAPinto.
In Cranford, a AI data center ban advanced , according to TAPinto.
In Englishtown, Councilman Alite's past and present was at the center of a court hearing, according to NJ.com.
In Hackensack, the iconic White Manna is relocating, according to NorthJersey.com.
In Highland Park, a plaza project for a farmers market advanced, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Jersey City, thte state budget includes a bailout for the city. The BOE approved a downtown rezoning study, according to JC Times. Residents grilled Councilwoman Little over taxes, according to JC Times.
In Marlboro, a proposed mosque was voted down, according to the Asbury Park Press.
In Medford, a lawsuit was filed over the firing of the manager, according to Burlington County Times.
In Mendham, a developer defended a convent conversion, according to NJ Hills.
In Montclair, teachers walked out of a controversial training, according to NJ.com.
In Morristown, the SID budget was approved, according to NJ Hills.
In Oaklyn, the fire department named its first female Firefighter of the Year, according to NJ Pen.
In Ocean City, a path was cleared for a luxury hotel at the Wonderland site, according to Burlington County Times. Mayor Gillian will be sworn-in to a fifth term, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Perth Amboy, VNA opened a new office.
In Phillipsburg, the town moved to solidify the data center ban into the master plan, according to TAPinto.
In Randolph, water main replacement projects are ongoing, according to NJ Hills.
In Raritan, the borough may consider a data center ban, according to TAPinto.
In Sparta, a data center ban was approved, according to TAPinto.
In Toms River, the town moved downtown homeless to a motel for three months, according to the Asbury Park Press.
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NJ lawmakers sneak around Sherrill's pork promise | Editorial
USA TODAY Network New Jersey Editorial Board
- New Jersey Democrats seem to have found a sneaky way around Gov. Mikie Sherrill's promise to hold the line on last-minute budget shenanigans? Will Sherrill — in her first, tone-setting state budget — let it happen?
Feds encourage public housing authorities to impose work rules, time limits
Robbie Sequeira, NJ Monitor
- Dozens of public housing authorities, tribes, property owners and community groups have joined a new coalition organized by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to promote work requirements and time limits for people who receive federal housing help.
Jersey Girls and the Fight for Independence
Cape May County Herald
- Local historian Ms. Pary Tell will shine a light on the overlooked history of women during the fight for independence, with emphasis on our resourceful ‘Jersey Girls,’ in a presentation at the Endicott Reardon Family Museum on July 7, 2026, at 2 p.m. Ms. Tell will explore the diverse and significant roles these ‘Jersey Girls’ played throughout the American Revolution.
Meet the 2026 NJBIZ Leading Women in Business
NJBIZ Staff
- How do you stand out from the crowd? You take pointers from those who excel in their fields. The 2026 NJBIZ Leading Women in Business are doing just that. These are the professionals who have made a significant impact on business in New Jersey. Formerly known as the NJBIZ Best Fifty Women in Business, this program was expanded in 2024 to allow us to recognize even more of the state’s top leaders.
Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center first in N.J. to target tumors with new imaging device
ROI-NJ Staff
- Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently unveiled GE HealthCare’s StarGuide SPECT/CT – a tool that gives radiologists and surgeons the ability to precisely and quickly detect lesions in the body. Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center said it is the first in New Jersey to use the system.
Papers, Please! ‘Sanctuary City’ Hoboken Demands Proof of Residency for July 4th Fireworks
Matt Rooney, Save Jersey
- The Left has spent years insisting it’s offensive—even cruel—to ask certain people for documentation, Save Jerseyans. Unless, apparently, you’re trying to drive into Hoboken to watch the Fourth of July fireworks.
Roadside monuments and landmarks tell South Jersey's Revolutionary War story
Mike McGarry, Press of Atlantic City
- South Jersey drivers zoom by history with barely a nod. If they slowed a bit, they’d find plenty of Revolutionary War history hidden in plain sight.
This 18th-century tavern with a tainted past is now South Jersey’s American Revolution Museum
Sarah Nicell, Philadelphia Inquirer
- An unsuspecting property in north Camden that had a front-row seat to the American Revolution just became a multimillion-dollar museum. Elected officials, history buffs, and local organizers gathered at the Benjamin Cooper Inn at 75 Erie St. Saturday to celebrate the soft opening of the American Revolution Museum of Southern New Jersey.
Black Revolutionary War reenactors bring overlooked history to light
Michael Karas, NorthJersey.com
- It was a significant and often underrecognized role in the American Revolutionary War. People of color fought on both the Patriot and British sides. Many enslaved people joined the conflict in hopes of gaining freedom.
Meet Miss New Jersey 2026, a South Jersey karate instructor
Kaitlin Swift, Cherry Hill Courier-Post
- The winner of Miss New Jersey 2026 in Ocean City was announced to be Kylie Gene Wright, a 20-year-old woman representing Cumberland County. According to the @missamericanj Instagram account, Wright has been practicing karate for most of her life. She's currently an instructor, a black belt and a manager at Amerikick Karate Studio.
Freehold tree planting honors Springsteen's ancestral Irish hometown
Chris Jordan, Asbury Park Press
- A tree will grow in Freehold. A copper beech tree will be planted 11 a.m. Thursday, July 2 at the Monmouth County Historical Association at 70 Court St. in Freehold as part of the twin city association of Freehold and Rathangan, a town in the west of County Kildare, Ireland.
NJ tries these five things to make homes affordable; will any work?
Michael L. Diamond, Asbury Park Press
- With home prices continuing to surge beyond the paychecks of the middle class, Trenton lawmakers are rolling out dozens of proposals to clear the way to build homes in abandoned office parks and malls, on state land and even in backyards.
Expelled from Neptune HS, Harvard-trained doctor now NYC health chief
Jerry Carino, Asbury Park Press
- Alister Martin dreamed of a career in medicine from an early age, after seeing doctors save his mother from metastatic breast cancer. That aspiration seemed dashed after he was badly injured in a fight that resulted in his expulsion from Neptune High School.
Fetterman disclosed depression quickly; Kean waited months
Jonathan D. Salant, NJ Globe
- When U.S. Sen. John Fetterman checked himself into Walter Reed National Military Center to be treated for depression in February 2023, his office announced the decision publicly, as well as notifying the public of his discharge six weeks later. But when Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-Westfield) was hospitalized for the same illness, months went by without any information. Kean was absent for more than 100 days and missed more than 100 votes.
Kean joins growing list of lawmakers speaking publicly about depression
David Wildstein, NJ Globe
- Depression is one of the nation’s most common illnesses, affecting millions of Americans from every walk of life, including those elected to serve in Congress and other public offices. Rep. Tom Kean (R-Westfield) is the latest member of Congress to publicly disclose a battle with depression, joining a bipartisan group of current and former elected officials who have spoken candidly about their mental health struggles in an effort to reduce stigma and encourage others to seek treatment.
Woman charged after Walmart stop - we are missing the bigger issue
Bill Spadea, NJ1015
- In the midst of a heat wave, a 24-year-old woman in Howell Township left four children, ages 1 to 11, in the car while she stepped into Walmart. She left the car running with the windows slightly opened and the AC blasting. The AC reportedly stopped working at some point; the kids were sweating, and officers intervened.
Privateers and Patriots: County Players in the Revolutionary War
Bill Barlow, Cape May County Herald
- Standing on a slight rise off the shoulder of Route 9, near a dense copse of towering cedars, Mark DeVaul’s imagination takes flight. “Imagine what this was like then,” he says, picturing the same landscape in 1776, a time of revolution.
EisnerAmper to combine with Sherwood Partners
ROI-NJ Staff
- Global business advisor EisnerAmper announced on June 30 that it will combine with Sherwood Partners, Inc. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Sherwood Partners also has offices in Los Angeles and New York City.
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- The fields at Thomas Edison Park in Edison were nothing unique — a place where kids from Middlesex County came to play, compete and dream a little. Katie Eskin was one of those kids.
Jersey City BOE director of security called 911 before police arrested parent
John Heinis, Hudson County View
- Jersey City Board of Education Director of Security Rhudell Snelling was the one who called 911 before police arrested parent Emily Pecot at the now infamous May 21st school board meeting, according to a recording of the call.
With Kean Jersey City set to debut Wed., NJCU & Kean secure $90.4M from state
John Heinis, Hudson County View
- With Kean Jersey City set to officially debut on Wednesday, New Jersey City University and Kean University, the two merging colleges, have secured a total of $90,412,000 from the state’s $60.7 billion budget that was introduced Monday night.
New Jersey says Trenton Water Works procurement decision cost $10M in federal funds
Marc Leckington
- A procurement decision by City of Trenton leadership has cost Trenton Water Works $10 million in federal principal forgiveness and subjected already-failing electrical equipment to continued risk from roof leaks, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection said in a formal letter issued June 5.
Op-Ed: AI will create far more opportunity than it displaces, New Jersey has a choice
MJ Durkin, TechUnited COO
- New Jersey is at an inflection point on artificial intelligence, and the decisions being made right now will shape whether the state leads the next decade of innovation or watches it happen somewhere else. We can either approach the conversation thoughtfully, based on facts and community input, or cede the conversation to doomsday headlines and fear, drive builders out of the state, and leave workers and small businesses to face the AI transition alone.
as the upcoming audit of the Department of Education approaches it would wise to consider the amount of money going into education is not producing the results one would hope for. US is on the bottom of the list for the number of our kids falling below in their education levels. I think the states would beach be more efficient in that area as the parents receive the power to demand what the kids are taught and have the ability to vote on who serves as Principal, and can fire teachers that are judged ineffective, as the rule of tenure is eliminated as proposed by the President. If the Department of Education is too large and too frivolous with OUR money is should be gone, and I"m sure Mrs. McMahon would sure of that, after the DOGE audit.
Bravo to New Secretary of Homeland Security Norm for deputizing the national guard to give them the power to arrest illegals attempting to enter our country illegally. That same idea might work in sanctuary states by deputization of police to be able to bypass governors another elected officials, such as mayors and city and county commissioners. Deputization is a weapon not often used but in this instance it would work to accomplish the mission of Homeland Security. On another note the overt anger shown towards Kash Patel by the Democratic senators is telling. His confirmation will mean the entire mission of the Democratic Party will be deep sixed by the cleansing of the FBI’s weaponization. It means our country will be back to Constitutional Republic. Of course if the mainstream media media wants its audience back it might want to go along with Constitutionality also.
I have relatives that live in Texas, they have to live in fear? I don't think so.I don't hear any Democrats having any spine to challenge Biden.Who did he let skate? If they were so innocent he wouldn't have to pardon them would he
The selling off the wall piecemeal by Biden's administration was not addressed, but it has to be looked at as a huge black eye for Biden. To counter this it seems prudent to advise those companies that bought in to the "Great American Fraud" that returning their purchase is a most patriotic act, even if there is a monetary reward of maybe 25 cents on the dollar, as well as not being seen to be in collusion with the deep state.in this fraudulent act. Remembering that American taxpayers already paid millions for the wall and would very much appreciate getting it back to increase Homeland Security, which was its purpose in the first place.
Once Trump pardons the Jan 6 participants they should immediately begin Class Action suit against Nancy Pelosi who was instrumental in conducting a huge Political Kangaroo Court unfairly sending hundreds of of participants to jail. They should seek 200 million dollars for redress as well as compensation for Ashley Babbit’s shooting for being unarmed and unthreatening and totally not deserving of a death sentence. And it should cover the medical needs of those jailed who were denied adequate medical care. This was a total abuse of politely power and a Class Action suit is needed to clear the air.
(The state’s voting system is secure, according to NJ Spotlight.) This was without doubt one of the most farcical articles perhaps ever written. To give you an idea just how corrupt and lawless the voting system is, in 2021 Governor Murphy deviously ousted the Bergen County Superintendent of Elections with over 30+ years of experience (coerced and strongarmed into early retirement) in order to then deliberately and deviously insert Loretta Weinberg's Chief of Staff who, had absolutely NO previous election experience whatsoever. This was all masterfully formulated and then executed just several weeks prior to the Gubernatorial primary. But of course there was nothing nefarious regarding such an abrupt change. Although Bergen County is not the largest County in New Jersey it is however home to the most registered voters of which the vast majority are also Democrats. Keep in mind The Superintendent of Elections Office is also in charge of voter "registrations" - polls books, voting machines and of course - investigating any and all reports of voter fraud. Murphy's intentions had been to leave the position vacant until "after" the Gubernatorial Election in November but the media exposed his chicanery and he was forced to fill and announce his personal "appointment" immediately and how all of this came to light. The former Superintendent of Elections was also a Republican and certainly would've never voluntarily retired "prematurely" but just prior to a major election. Her integrity was legendary throughout the entire County. But of course there was nothing to Murphy's sudden lead change "in the middle of the night" in Bergen County after the polls had already closed. Murphy was and still remains loathed and despised by all because of his despotic actions and stance on the Covid lockdowns. He knew there was no other way he could ever beat Ciattarelli and never did. But certainly not legally nor ever legitimately. But keep believing "the voting system in NJ" is actually secure.
Concerns about Jan 6 violence The simple solution to allay the concerns of the Jan.6 violence happening again is to make sure the election is run in an honest and above board manner, which must include voter I.D. via a totally transparent system. Otherwise I’m betting all bets are off.
Assemblyman Schaer's Bill to define antisemitism for New Jersey residents and to be able to react to it is great. But what about our kids going off to college, especially the Jewish kids. They should have a means to know what schools have active anti-Jewish protests, and/or pro-Palestinian demonstration allowed on and off campus. They should be able to feel safe wherever they go, and not have their studies interrupted by what I consider this unlawful activity. Are there websites with this kind of information posted?
Great article, thanks for keeping us informed!
NOTE TO SENIORS I was 85 when I got my Carry permit. If you want to protect yourself and your family you are never too old to carry. As log as you can pass the test at the range, which is pretty simple, and you have a handgun you can handle (which is why I purchased a Walther CCP M2 PLUS which is easy to rack) and you have no police record or mental health problems, you can qualify. Of course you need to get a Federal weapons ID card, if you don't already have one. We are targets because we are older and look easy. Well surprise , surprise. The more folks that are carrying the less crime because the bad guys wont know if you are armed and might not try something. By the way it doesn't matter- male or female!!
Stop complaining about taxes ,our schools , our crime, ,after all folks we keep voting in the same Democrat party politicians each time . For instance who would think that every Democrat who represents us in congress would vote for men playing in woman sports ,but they did , ask yourself are you the kind of a person who would kill ( sorry to use that word kill but hard not to since the law is that is a human being and if the mother is murdered it’s a double homicide ) a baby up to the moment of birth sorry to tell you that is the law in New Jersey. So stop complaining your part of the problem.
Can't seem to access the Steinberg column on Sam Alito, Sr. on your website. Suggestions?
Changing the regulations to allow Optometrists to perform surgery is foolhardy and dangerous. Their training is doing vision tests and prescribing the correct glasses to improve vision. Only an MD in ophthalmology should be the one to do eye surgery. That’s like asking the fellow filling your gas tank to fix a ball joint suspension. This is not the answer to a shortage of ophthalmologists
Reclassifying marihuana from CI to any other category will involve Pharmacy because by law only a Pharmacist with a DEA license can purchase or sell any drug with a CII to CV Classification. (CI is exempt because it’s heroine or any other drug with no medical purpose). This is a National problem because it is all under the DEA. And since marihuana is a hallucinogen among other things it requires control. The whole weed issue has put the cart before the horse and really requires reining in to have it conform to the legal requirements. (Sorry Mr. Weedman). And recreational use will get the biggest hit because it will require a prescription for medicinal use, but that cuts out the recreational aspect. Maybe in the future Pharmacists may be able to prescribe it but not yet. And how many physicians and Nurse Practitioners will want to be involved in the weed industry, I wonder? Lots of questions and few answers so far.
Could you please fix your “bay blood spots “ typo. It sounds like a horror movie. Although “baby blood spots” isn’t much better. Maybe there’s a clearer and less distressing turn of phrase for all of our sensitive readers, lol. Please and thank you.
Studies show that recreational cannabis is responsible a 10% increase in motor vehicle accident deaths. These studies show that cannabis impairs driving ability and driving while high is common among regular users. Since cannabis is still an illegal drug, insurance companies are within their rights to deny coverage in for an accident ruled a DUI due to cannabis. However a state that approved its recreational use should be held accountable for any and all the consequences of that DUI. States are more interested in the money they make but they should accept the responsibility for having approved the use of recreational cannabis.
With the mainstream media touting the current president and suddenly discovers he’s been lying to us all about how supportive he is of Israel when it is reported he is receiving BIG donations from Soros and Rockefellers , both proven anti-American donors, to become pro Palestinian and Pro Hamas and Anti Israel by holding up ammunition shipments to Israel. And solidly answering the question of why he never goes directly against Iran. Is the MSM party to this also. How can the general public now know who and what to trust. They warn us how terrible a trump administration will be as if they have totally forgotten how good we had it under Trump. All I can say is put on your big boy pants and tell us how it really is.
The problem with the Line is that there is no vetting process. Whoever pays the most and/or is specifically unqualified and therefore relegated to the status of puppet is who the county bosses support and threaten the committee members to support. My opponent said on-air that he will do whatever they tell him. What kind of leadership is that. I have 8-10 organizations endorsing me to his zero. I have served many statewide for almost 4 years while he has never helped anyone but himself. No-brainer who is qualified, and they know it. That's why they are getting nasty and vile while I continue to take the high road.
Iowa gets it right. What better school security is there than trained, armed teachers with concealed carry permits. You wonder what parents and local government officials when they oppose this idea. Apparently they would rather wait for some demented individual, either a student or maybe an ex student pulls out a handgun of his backpack , or a long gun out of a duffel and starts firing do they can call it in and wait for help to show up. This move would save many lives and I would heartily endorse this idea nationwide. Of course I’m just an average gun owner who believes that our kids are our most valuable asset and need real protection.
The liability limits for taxi cabs are extreme starting July 1. It was a plan in place through the insurance banking committee and it was abruptly changed with an amendment. The guys are barely making a living today and you’ve increased their insurance. What’s fair is fair and this is not it was an incremental increase, which was fair, and was removed by the governor please refer back to the original plan
Note to Concealed Carry permit holders: make sure you subscribe to one of the insurance companies that specialize in CCP, ie: US LAW SHIELD. If you ever have to fire your weapon , that has to be the first phone call you make. The second is 911, the third is your family. With so many new permit holders there will probably be an increase in discharges until word gets out that it’s actually unsafe for criminals to be in New Jersey and crime will take a nosedive. Now unless you have a conviction in your background you can get that CCP and really defend yourself and your family. And more women are applying which is great for family defense. The stats that record gun violence will have to be re-organized into guns used for crime and guns used to prevent crime. A lot of get-always here because sometimes just brandishing a firearm is enough to stop a crime. But it should be reported anyway..
How's his for an idea? Uncover the identities of the un-elected advisors to Pres. Biden, and publish their names. That way there is actually someone to blame when we lose valuable lives from unanswered attacks by terrorist organizations. We know Biden isn't making these decisions on his own. My guess is that these advisors will quit the team rather than take the heat for poor decisions, revealing a big weakness in this administration. It might lead to improvements to the decision-making process.
The governor signed off on having Narcan available in all schools grades 9 through 12. But what about the idea of having Narcan available in ALL SCHOOLS in New Jersey?
Voting should be based on understanding what’s actually happening and knowing who would make life safer and more livable. The only way to do that is to get both sides of the information remembering there are always two sides to a story. Mainstream media in my area includes the Star Ledger and the Easton Express. If you look at the bylines of the opinions you will find writers from the Washington Post and Bloomberg, both notoriously on the left. Even the political cartoons are a dead giveaway. CNN and CNBC are also left leaning. So what are the options for getting opinions and news from the right? Fortunately cable news has Fox, which is near center, and Newsmax, and NewsNation which are full right. Watching these even just occasionally will show a much broader picture and give the reader more information with which to make an informed voting decision. And remember you DONT have to vote party if you feel there’s a wiser choice.
I’m a conservative and I do believe life begins at conception but the problem is that each mother is responsible for that life and it is in the realm of her mental and physical health that she will either bring it to term or abort it. This should not be a political decision and should not be be dictated by thousand of strangers. The Supreme Court turned it over to the states but it still remains personal for the mother and her family. I don’t think it should be an “agenda item” for any political party. A state medical society may want to impose a time frame within which an abortion can occur but even that may be subject to the mother’s doctor’s discretion. I say just quit discussing it and leave it up to the mother a father.
Teaneck property taxes pays for the school budget. Teaneck High School students walk out. Is a Hamas military shuffle march property tax bill included?
The military serving in the Middle East represents every state in the Union. Those are our sons and daughters, Moms and Dads and yet we are very little to protect them, or REALLY retaliate when they’re attacked. Governor Murphy is the Chairman of the Democratic Governors Association, and past chair of the National Governors Association and yet you never hear him mention about any requests either organization makes to Biden to be more aggressive about protecting our kids in harms way. It’s as though it doesn’t seem to matter to them. No wonder we look so weak to the rest of the world.
How about those unintended consequences. New Jersey mandating that all cars being sold by 2035 be electric is telling us what we can or cannot buy with our own money. There will always be gasoline powered vehicles because of the power produced by internal combustion compared to the power produced by batteries; which is to say the more power the bigger the battery to the point of rediculousness. My thought is that if the state wants fewer gas powered vehicles on the road it should create a mass transit electric powered system that would emphasize convenience for commuters and everyday shoppers. Of course that would mean vehicles weighing tons more because of the size of batteries and that creates a whole other question of where to dispose of them (also for elelectric car batteries), since they are composed of highly toxic materials that can’t be burnt or buried. These are unintended consequences no- one is willing to grapple with until its too late. I think by 2035 th he electric car fantasy will go the same way the offshore wind farm has gone. Stephen Brickman 206 Stonehenge Dr Phillipsburg,NJ 08865 Stephen.Brickman@gmail.com Sent from my iPhone
NJ is one of the most corrupt and racist places to live. There’s “0” accountability for the criminal acts, corruption, and unfair treatment of the people of this state. It starts with our governor who cares less for truth and honesty. Continue to ruin the lives of the citizens of this state.
Gun owners don't have to talk about guns because they know that they have to come out and vote to protect their constitutional right to bear arms. The Supreme court decision has affirmed that right and somehow our "leaders" haven't learned how to read.
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lETS NOT FORGET that during the pandemic Donald Trump sent the MERCY, a fully equipped, COVID prepared Hospital ship to save lives of victims and healthcare workers . But Murphy in his wisdom would rather send Patients back to nursing homes that were ill-equipped to treat these patients so they could die , rather than utilize a life-saving gift and be like NY governor Cuomo, another anti-Trump tool.
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Murphy doesn’t want to be the president, he wants to be a state trooper.
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Murphy running for President is LAUGHABLE. Nased on what??
lmao imagine supporting lockdowns after the largest mass death event in american history and calling that a feeling driven conclusion? maga chuds never fail to disappoint
So....about those 56 machines in Bergen... <<>>
He;s "vacationing" at his villa in Italy, while Covid surges and the state is paralyzed by "remote work"............translation: NO WORK
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That is what happens in practicality when they are "suspending their disbelief" (HR Clinton) in real numbers and going on predictive models to make decisions. And then after doing that, they vote with "feelings."
Murphy celebrates "a full week of declining numbers" then says "status quo of lockdown will remain until new cases and fatalities decrease." So, which of Murphy's statements is accurate? He said 2 opposite things in a single paragraph of speaking.