Latinos for Brendan Gill for Congress Launches to Mobilize Latino Voters Across the 11th Congressional District

Bloomfield, NJ —The Brendan Gill for Congress campaign today announced the official launch of Latinos for Brendan Gill, a grassroots coalition dedicated to mobilizing Latino voters, increasing civic engagement, and ensuring the Latino community has a strong voice in the upcoming congressional election.

The coalition group will be chaired by Assemblywoman Alixon Collazos-Gill, Brendan Gill’s wife and a longtime advocate for working families, immigrant communities, and equitable public policy.

“Latino voters are a driving force in this district and across the nation, and our voices deserve to be heard and respected,” said Assemblywoman Collazos-Gill. “Latinos for Brendan Gill is about organizing our community, turning out the vote, and electing a leader who understands our struggles and will fight for opportunity, dignity, and fairness for all.”

The coalition will be co-chaired by:

Senate Majority Leader M. Teresa Ruiz

Assemblywoman Carmen Theresa Morales

Essex County Commissioner President Carlos Pomares

Bloomfield Councilwoman Monica Charris Tabares

Bloomfield Councilwoman Rosalee Gonzalez 

Alexandria Butler

Alexander Felix 

Kat Hurtado 

Carolina Montes

Rudy Rodas, Esq.

Daniela Velez

“I’m proud to Co-Chair the Latinos for Brendan coalition,” said Assemblywoman Carmen Morales. “This campaign is about more than winning an election; it’s about empowering our community, amplifying Hispanic voices, and building a future where every family has the opportunity to thrive. Working with Brendan has shown me that he is a candidate who listens with care, leads with integrity, and is genuinely committed to the values and issues that matter most to our communities.”

"I am thrilled to serve as a co-chair of Latinos for Brendan Gill as he has consistently demonstrated a deep and genuine concern for the well-being of the Latino community,” said Essex County Commissioner President Carlos Pomares. “I am confident he will bring that same level of commitment to Congress, where he will continue to serve as a champion for those who face challenges of opportunity and fairness."

“Brendan Gill brings the experience, integrity, and deep commitment our Latino communities need in Congress,” said Bloomfield Councilwoman Monica Charris Tabares. “I am proud to stand with Latinos for Brendan as we mobilize our cultural community, elevate Latino voices, and work to elect a leader who understands our challenges and will fight for opportunity, equity, and representation for families across New Jersey’s 11th District.”

Bloomfield Councilwoman Rosalee Gonzalez added, “I’m honored to support Brendan Gill for Congress and to join the Latinos for Brendan coalition. Together, we’re building strong relationships with the Hispanic community and rallying behind a candidate who truly understands and represents our values.”

Latinos for Brendan Gill will focus on voter education and turnout efforts, while engaging community leaders, labor advocates, small business owners, and families throughout the district. The coalition reflects the campaign’s commitment to inclusive leadership and representative democracy.

Brendan Gill praised the launch of the coalition and highlighted the importance of Latino leadership in shaping the 11th Congressional district’s future.

“I’m deeply honored to have the support of the leaders who make up Latinos for Brendan Gill,” said Brendan Gill. “This coalition reflects the strength, diversity, and leadership of Latino communities across our district. Our campaign is about building real power together — listening, organizing, and delivering results that expand opportunity, protect working families, and ensure every community has a meaningful seat at the table. Latino voters are not only essential to winning this election, but to shaping a stronger, more just future for all of us.”

Community members interested in joining Latinos for Brendan Gill for Congress are encouraged to get involved by volunteering, attending events, and helping spread the word ahead of the February 5th Election Day.

For more information, visit www.gillfornj.com or follow the campaign on social media.

About Brendan Gill

Brendan Gill is an Essex County Commissioner and a longtime civic leader running for Congress in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District. His campaign is focused on protecting fundamental rights, strengthening the middle class, investing in transportation and infrastructure, and defending democratic institutions.