Former Councilwoman Candice Osborne Endorses Jake Hudnut for Jersey City Council Ward E

Osborne Endorses Jake Hudnut in Race to Represent Her Former District, Says that Hudnut is the Best Choice to Serve Downtown Residents

JERSEY CITY, NJ – Former Councilwoman Candice Osborne endorsed Jake Hudnut for Jersey City Council Ward E, a seat that she held for four years, citing his practical, progressive platform and his proven ability to get things done for Jersey City residents.

“I am thrilled to receive this endorsement from Former Councilwoman Osborne, who brought such effective, progressive leadership to Downtown during her term in office,” said Jake Hudnut. “Candice knows exactly what it takes to show up for this ward and get things done, and her support means a great deal. As councilman, I will work tirelessly to solve the day-to-day problems facing residents, and pledge to be an independent, practical leader on quality-of-life issues affecting our community.”

Candice Osborne served as Ward E Councilwoman from 2013 to 2017, during which time she worked closely with Mayor Steven Fulop’s Administration on quality-of-life issues facing Downtown. Osborne was also instrumental in several major initiatives that continue to have a positive impact on the community, from ending the use of tax abatements for waterfront developments to building Public School No. 16 Annex and much more.

“In the last four years Jake’s oversight of bad landlords has saved residents from living through freezing winters without heat, and having to cohabit with vermin. If Jake can do that, he can take on the problems facing Downtown Jersey City today,” said Former Councilwoman Osborne. “It won’t be easy. Ward E will have to confront effects of climate change that could render much of downtown uninhabitable in the next 50 years if urgent steps aren’t taken. Jake’s got a plan for Ward E that addresses resiliency and sustainability, so residents can continue to make Jersey City their home. His ideas for 21st century policing are sensible and keep Downtown safe, and his goals for affordability and schools will help Ward E families stay in Jersey City as long as they want.”

Former Councilwoman Osborne’s endorsement builds on growing support for Hudnut, who is running with Mayor Steven Fulop’s endorsement. He has also been endorsed by the NJ League of Conservation Voters, the NJ LGBTQ Democratic Caucus, the Health Professionals and Allied Employees, the Victory Fund, and the Hudson County Black Caucus.