Newark, NJ - The New Jersey Citizen Action Political Action Committee (NJCA-PAC) today endorsed 15 candidates in New Jersey’s upcoming primary elections. In a statement, New Jersey Citizen Action’s Executive Director, Dena Mottola Jaborska said:

“Our endorsed candidates have a proven track record of advancing economic justice, working towards a stronger, more inclusive democracy, and standing up for working families against corrupt and entrenched political and corporate interests.

“At a time when working families are being squeezed by rising costs, corporate greed, and deepening inequality, it is critical that we elect leaders who fight for real solutions for the people they represent. These lawmakers have demonstrated a commitment to expanding access to affordable healthcare, lowering costs for families, protecting consumers from predatory financial practices, and ensuring that our democracy is accountable to the people.

“These candidates understand that economic security, racial justice, and political power are deeply connected, and that meaningful progress requires bold action. They are leaders who will fight to hold corporations and financial institutions accountable, push back against politicians and policies that harm low- and moderate-income communities, and ensure our government works for everyday people, not just those at the top. We are proud to recommend this slate of candidates that reflects the values of our members and the communities we serve.

The endorsed candidates are:

• Donald Norcross (CD1)
• Herb Conaway (CD3)
• Frank Pallone (CD6)
• Rob Menendez (CD8)
• Nellie Pou (CD9)
• LaMonica McIver (CD10)
• Analilia Mejia (CD11)
• Ras Baraka for re-election as Mayor of Newark
• Ali Aljarrah for Passaic County Commissioner
• Justin Goldsman for Town Council in West Orange
• Vic Deluca for Town Council in Maplewood
• Ward Council candidates with Piscataway Progressive Democrats Organization: Shantell Cherry for Ward 1, Elizabeth “Betsy” Aumack for Ward 2, Viola Stone for Ward 3, Rashaad Couloote for Ward 4

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New Jersey Citizen Action is a statewide advocacy and empowerment organization that fights for social, racial and economic justice for all.