Mikie Sherrill, the US Representative for New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District, has joined with other New Jersey leaders rallying around Joe Salerno. His bid to retake NJ-02 is now seen as one of the best opportunities for Democrats in this election cycle.

“Some people were surprised in 2018 when we flipped NJ-11 from red to blue – but it was no surprise to the grassroots supporters who were hungry for change and demanding real leadership in Congress,” recalled Sherrill. “That’s exactly what Joe brings to this race – better leadership for New Jersey. People have had enough of the extremism and inaction from the Republican majority. They want their rights protected, their families provided for, and their leaders working together to get things done for New Jersey families.”

Sherrill’s support closely follows that of Rep Watson Coleman from NJ-12 in yet another sign of Salerno’s growing momentum. “Rep. Sherrill set a great example of how to lead on issues over rhetoric, on service over self-service,” said Salerno. “South Jersey cannot continue to be left behind by an incumbent who spends more time looking for TV cameras than he does helping the people of the district.”

Salerno was referring to incumbent Jeff Van Drew, who was expecting a repeat of last term’s re- election until Salerno’s upset Democratic primary win. The Van Drew campaign has been unexpectedly quiet, indicating they’re not yet sure how to take on their new and more formidable opponent. An overview of Salerno’s campaign is at joesalernoforcongress.com