MIDDLESEX COUNTY DEMOCRATS CELEBRATE SWEEPING VICTORIES AS VOTERS CHOOSE STEADY, PROVEN LEADERSHIP

November 4, 2025, 11:48 pm | in
MIDDLESEX COUNTY DEMOCRATS CELEBRATE SWEEPING VICTORIES AS VOTERS CHOOSE STEADY, PROVEN LEADERSHIP
EDISON, NJ — In a decisive show of support for progress and responsible leadership, voters across Middlesex County supported the right leaders for the future of New Jersey families. With Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill winning statewide by 16% and carrying Middlesex County by 24 points, tonight’s results reaffirm that voters want steady hands and results-driven leadership guiding the state forward.
“Tonight’s results are a tremendous victory for the people of Middlesex County and for the entire state of New Jersey. Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s win, combined with the victories of our Middlesex County Democratic candidates, reflects voters’ confidence in leadership that delivers real results,” said Middlesex County Chairman Kevin P. McCabe. “Our team worked tirelessly to earn the trust of our communities, and we’re ready to keep building on that progress — strengthening our economy, supporting working families, and making New Jersey more affordable for everyone.”
The entire Middlesex County Democratic Team — Sheriff Mildred S. Scott, County Clerk Nancy Pinkin, and County Commissioners Charles Kenny, Clary Azcona Barber, and Chanelle Scott McCullum secured re-election, continuing the County’s legacy of strong, fiscally responsible governance. Middlesex County Democrats are also proud to have supported Democratic candidates up and down the ticket:

  • Speaker Craig Coughlin (19th legislative district)
  • Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez (19th legislative district)
  • Assemblyman Robert Krabinchak (18th legislative district)
  • Assemblyman Sterley Stanley (18th legislative district)
  • Assemblyman Kevin Egan (17th legislative district)
  • Assemblyman Joe Danielsen (17th legislative district)
  • Assemblyman Roy Freiman (16th legislative district)
  • Assemblywoman Mitchelle Drulis (16th legislative district)
  • Assemblyman Wayne P. DeAngelo (14th legislative district)
  • Assemblywoman Tennille R. McCoy (14th legislative district)
  • Assemblymember-elect Andrew Macurdy (21st legislative district)
  • Assemblymember-elect Vincent M. Kearney (21st legislative district)
“Our local campaigns reflect the heart of this organization — neighbors talking to neighbors, communities coming together, and a shared belief that progress happens when we show up for one another,” said Chairman Kevin P. McCabe.

The Middlesex County Democratic Organization also applauds the local victories across the County, including:

  • Re-election of Sam Joshi (Edison, Mayor)
  • Election of Thomas Emens (Jamesburg, Mayor)
  • Re-election of Jorge Diaz and Vincent Bellino (Carteret, Borough Council)
  • Re-election of Lisa Knierim and Barbara Rogers (Cranbury, Township Committee)
  • Election of Biral Patel, Kelli Dima, and Robert Kentos (Edison, Township Council)
  • Re-election of Philip George and Matthew Hale (Highland Park, Borough Council)
  • Re-election of Samantha Rampacek and election of Tracey Medigan and James Kozee (Jamesburg, Borough Council)
  • Re-election of Lisa Hyman and election of Meg Loftus Suchan (Metuchen, Borough Council)
  • Re-election of Phil Zambrana (Milltown, Borough Council)
  • Re-election of Michael Markel (Ward 1) and Rupa Siegel (Ward 2) (Monroe, Township Council)
  • Re-election of Amanda Guadagnino and election of Alvin Rich (North Brunswick, Township Council)
  • Election of David Merwin (Ward 1), and re-election of Kiran Desai (Ward 3)
  • Election of Herve Blemur and Alberto Rios (Sayreville, Borough Council)
  • Re-election of Sharon McAuliffe (Ward 1), Howie Bauer (Ward 2), Cory S. Spillar (Ward 3), Viru Patel (Ward 4), and Debbie Meehan (Ward 5), and the election of Dan Harris (at-large) (Woodbridge, Township Council)
“We thank Governor Phil Murphy for his dedicated service and leadership over the past eight years. New Jersey is stronger because of his vision and commitment to fairness. We’re equally excited to welcome Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill — a strong leader who will continue to stand up for New Jersey families.

“We look forward to working with her to keep delivering a high quality of life for Middlesex County residents,” added Chairman Kevin McCabe. 
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