Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing: 3/28/2025

Insider NJ's Morning Intelligence Briefing

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QUOTE OF THE DAY: "I am quite confident the budget that has been introduced will be modified. There are certain fees and taxes that were proposed that I am quite certain will be eliminated." - Senate Budget Committee Chair Sarlo

 

TOP STORY: The North and the South: Sweeney Picks Fight with Sherrill

 

Insider NJ's Morning Intelligence Briefing

 

The feds hit the state with $350M in health cuts, according to NorthJersey.com.

 

The state's AI Hub officially opened, according to NJ Biz.

 

As Yankees fans face blackouts, Jersey officials called for a TV deal, according to NJ Globe.

 

There are over 500 abandoned mines in the state, according to NJ Spotlight.

 

South Jersey students competed in a political video competition, according to Burlington County Times.

 

Middlesex County is moving their Juneteenth celebration from federal land to a municipal park over fears of cancellation by the federal government.

 

Senator Booker has little to say about interim US Attorney Habba, according to NJ Globe. Booker introduced the 'Honor Farmers Contract Act'.

 

Rep. Gottheimer called for the resignation of Defense Secretary Hegseth. Gottheimer addressed sinkholes.

 

Rep. Watson Coleman introduced the 'Homes For Young Adults Act'.

 

Rep. McIver discussed her tenure in Congress, according to NJ Globe.

 

Rep. Van Drew slammed ACE's rate increase request.

 

ICYMI: Murphy signed legislation extending primary early voting; judge dismissed Norcross case; Murphy presented record $58.1B budget

 

Insider NJ's Morning Intelligence Briefing

 

Former Senate President Sweeney picked a fight with Rep. Sherrill. Sweeney wants his rivals to overhaul their energy policies.

 

In LD28, Assemblywoman Hall reversed course on not seeking re-election, opting to run on Mayor Fulop's slate, according to NJ Globe.

 

In LD32, Fonseca held a fundraiser, according to Hudson County View. Run For Something endorsed Brennan.

 

ICYMI: Notable observations from filing day; source describes GOP guv primary as 'over'; Russo slammed Spiller; guv primary movements sparked intrigue; Fulop to announce LG pick; Sherrill unveiled 'Affordability Agenda'; Durr ended guv bid; Pennacchio endorsed Ciattarelli; Wimberly hasn't decided on guv pick

 

Insider NJ's Morning Intelligence Briefing

 

Senate Democrats say some of Governor Murphy's proposed taxes won't survive, according to NJ Spotlight.

 

Former NJDOH official Neuwirth settled his lawsuit with the state, according to NJ.com.

 

Senator Bramnick reintroduced legislation allowing self-pump gas, according to NJ101.5.

 

Assemblymen McGuckin and Kanitra introduced legislation to repeal diversity and inclusion instruction in schools.

 

A housing program is at risk of closing due to budget cuts, according to NJ Spotlight.

 

The NJBPU is seeking energy equity through higher 'societal benefit' bills, according to the Press of Atlantic City.

 

Insider NJ's Morning Intelligence Briefing

 

In Atlantic City, Giannantonio got 2 casinos through crises and became the face of the industry, according to the Press of Atlantic City. Atlantic Avenue 'road diet' work will begin in May, according to the Press of Atlantic City.

 

In Clark, the police were returned to local control, according to UC Hawk.

 

In Holmdel, the town moved to ban short-term rentals, according to the Asbury Park Press.

 

In Lakewood, a hospital has kept up with population growth, according to the Asbury Park Press.

 

In Long Branch, a landmark building will be saved with apartments and stores, according to the Asbury Park Press.

 

In Margate, two environmental ordinances were introduced, according to Downbeach.

 

In Middletown, parents demanded input to avoid school closures, according to NJ Spotlight.

 

In Millburn, the committee discussed long-term capital plans, according to TAPinto.

 

In Morristown, a hospital pared down expansion plans, according to NorthJersey.com.

 

In New Providence, the budget was introduced, according to TAPinto.

 

In Newton, the town has undergone a renaissance, according to ROI-NJ. A homeowner lashed out after a demolition order, according to NJ Herald.

 

In Oaklyn, a toxic infill at a former borough pool will be remediated, according to NJ Pen.

 

In Ocean City, a revaluation is on the way, according to the Press of Atlantic City.

 

In Paterson, schools face a teacher shortage and are relying on online courses, according to Paterson Press.

 

In Scotch Plains, a revaluation is in the works, according to UC Hawk.

 

In South River, more downtown redevelopment is pegged, according to MyCentralJersey.

 

In Sparta, a mega developer is suing the town for $100M, according to TAPinto.

 

In Spring Lake, the town weighed in on the free beach entry bill, according to TAPinto.

 

In Toms River, the town says it will fight the state in court over affordable housing, according to the Asbury Park Press.

 

In Warren, two filed in the GOP primary, according to TAPinto.

 

In Westfield, a referendum ad and video leads to ethics questions, according to UC Hawk.

 

In Woodbridge, three schools are getting metal detectors, according to MyCentralJersey.

 

AROUND THE WEB:

 

 

Why aren't we talking about New Jersey's lost generation of students? | Opinion

Mike Kelly, NorthJersey.com

 

  • A month ago, a disturbing advertisement started popping up regularly on television stations whose audience included residents of New Jersey. The ad portrayed three children, all seemingly cute, carefree, playful and inquisitive. One girl was shown reaching for a flower. A boy gazed through a magnifying glass at a small sphere.

 

Tom Moran: If there were no Fox News, would there be a President Trump?

Tom Moran, Advance Local

 

  • Fox News host Sean Hannity worked to earn every penny of his $25 million salary this week, telling his listeners that the hubbub over the stunning leaks by President Trump’s senior national security team was all “breathless hysteria” fluffed up by soulless Democrats. “The outrage from the left over a reporter being accidentally added, a one-time minor accident . .. is just political show,” Hannity told his 2.4 million viewers. “They want to smear Donald Trump and the White House any way they can.”

 

New Jersey must do more to stop illegal vapes

NJ Monitor

 

  • In 2020, federal officials and the state of New Jersey banned flavored vapes, a move meant to curb youth addiction to nicotine. But if you take a walk in one of our cities, step into a corner store, or glance at the discarded vape cartridges littering our streets, you’d find it hard to believe those bans exist. The scent of cotton candy, blue raspberry, and fruit punch drifts across our streets, a telltale sign that these products are still everywhere, still easily accessible, and still hooking an entire generation on nicotine.

 

NJ ready to join interstate agreement on social workers?

Bobby Brier, NJ Spotlight

 

  • People seeking behavioral health care and substance use treatment services in New Jersey could have access to more mental health professionals if a bill that unanimously passed the Senate earlier this week becomes law. Under the legislation, New Jersey would join an interstate agreement, known as the Social Work Licensure Compact, that would allow social workers licensed at the clinical and master’s levels here to practice in other states that are also members of the compact without obtaining multiple state licenses.

 

Trump Signs Order Changing Election Rules: What It Means For NJ

Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff

 

  •  President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed a sweeping executive order overhauling U.S. elections, including requiring proof of citizenship to register and vote in federal elections. The move is almost certain to be challenged because the Constitution gives states broad authority over elections. In New Jersey, people are already required to be a U.S. citizen to register to vote.

 

Op-Ed: NJ nonprofits need your help

Linda M. Czipo , NJ Spotlight

 

  • Always look for the helpers.” Fred Rogers, host of the long-running PBS television series, “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood,” would often offer this advice for kids who were feeling alone, scared, or overwhelmed by events in the news. This message still resonates today with children and adults alike.

 

I plan on retiring by 2762, maybe slightly earlier

Jeff Edelstein, The Trentonian

 

  • I’m getting old(er). I mean, I’m old enough that I don’t actually want to type it. But do the math: I’ve been at The Trentonian since 1846. Wait, no, that’s incorrect. Stand by. I’ve been here since … holy crud, I’ve been here since 1999. I think the best way to realize how long that is would be to consider the fact Apple didn’t release the iPhone until 2007. OK fine I’m 53. Shut up.

 

Juneteenth celebration in NJ moved off federal property over Trump DEI order

Suzanne Russell, Alexander Lewis, MyCentralJersey.com

 

  • The Metuchen Edison Piscataway Area Branch of the NAACP’s Juneteenth celebration this year has been moved off federal property because of concerns it might violate President Trump's executive order targeting diversity, equity and inclusion. “We at the NAACP are being forced to relocate our annual Juneteenth Festival from federal grounds simply because it could be seen as a DEI initiative and risk retaliation under the Trump Administration's agenda. That's not just unacceptable – it's dangerous," said Reggie Johnson, president of this NAACP branch.

 

$500 million 'urban, walkable, downtown community' rising off Route 78 in Union County

Mike Deak, MyCentralJersey.com

 

  • The developer of The Park, the $500 million transformation of the Connell Corporate Park, has unveiled plans to build two apartment buildings, one 11 stories and the other eight, in the 185-acre former office park off Interstate 78.

 

In Morris County Commissioners race, three Democrats taking on all-Republican board

William Westhoven, Morristown Daily Record

 

  • Hoping to break a 52-year losing streak in county government elections, Democrats have enlisted three political veterans to run for three available seats on the Morris County Commissioners Board this year. Chatham Council President Jocelyn Mathiasen, Boonton Council Member Marie DeVenezia and Max Blum, former chief of staff to former state Senate President Richard Codey, announced their campaigns on Monday, which was the deadline for New Jersey candidates to file their election petitions.

 

American Furniture Rentals of Pennsauken pays to settle PPP loan allegations

Jim Walsh, Cherry Hill Courier-Post

 

  • A Pennsauken-based business has agreed to pay $2.9 million to settle allegations that it inappropriately accepted COVID-era federal relief funds. But American Furniture Rentals, aka AFR, didn't run into trouble because of a sharp-eyed government auditor.

 

Paterson approves Florio plan to build 64 apartments on Broadway. Here are the details

Joe Malinconico, Paterson Press

 

  • Charles Florio, Paterson’s most prolific developer, has received city approval to build 64 apartments at a property on Broadway that was the scene of a seven-alarm fire last June. Florio bought the land in September for $2 million after the fire destroyed the previous two-story building, which had businesses at street-level and apartments on the second floor.

 

Trump order on late-arriving mail-in ballots ‘egregious and illegal,’ N.J. attorney general says

Nikita Biryukov, NJ Monitor

 

  • New Jersey’s six-day grace period for vote-by-mail ballots that reach election officials after polls close on Election Day could soon come under scrutiny amid Republican-led efforts to block such ballots from being counted. President Donald Trump issued an executive order Tuesday directing U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi to take “all necessary action” against states that allow mail ballots received after Election Day to be tallied, regardless of whether those ballots were postmarked on or before Election Day.

 

Activists fear Union County jail could become new migrant detention center

Sophie Nieto-Munoz, NJ Monitor

 

  • As federal immigration officials are eyeing New Jersey as a site to expand detention capacity, immigration advocates say they fear Union County’s proposal to sell its jail could result in the facility becoming a new migrant detention center. The Union County Board of Commissioners will vote Thursday night on two measures that would allow the county to take steps to sell the jail property because it is “no longer needed for public use.” The county closed most operations at the jail in 2021.

 

CivicsNJ, Organization Focused on Strengthening Democracy and Empowering Young People, Launches at Kickoff Event

Adam Darsky, TAPinto.net

 

  • CivicsNJ, a new, non-partisan coalition that describes itself as an organization “dedicated to advancing civic learning and engagement” launched earlier this month at a ceremony in Newark. “The purpose of CivicsNJ is to share information, connect teachers and other service leaders to each other, and figure out together what else we need to do as a state to improve the teaching and practice of civics among young people," Nicholas Chiaravalloti, of the Maher Charitable Foundation, said.

 

Montclair Civil Rights Commission to Councilor: Leave Enforcement to Cops

Matt Kadosh, Montclair Local

 

  • The Montclair Civil Rights Commission has issued recommendations for public officials’ “interactions with private sector businesses” after claims that Fourth Ward Councilor Aminah Toler harassed Hispanic employees of a car wash over soccer games in a county park. Toler said the games disrupted the neighborhood.

 

Mercer County to Host Women of Achievement Awards Reception

Trenton Journal

 

  • The Mercer County Commission on the Status of Women will host its annual Woman of Achievement and Young Woman of Achievement Awards even on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. The Woman of Achievement Award was established by the Commission to honor women in Mercer who volunteer their time to make Mercer County a better place to live, work, and raise a family.

 

Lawyer for 5 North Bergen cops accuses chief of ‘absolutely disgusting’ acts

John Heinis, Hudson County View

 

  • The lawyer for five North Bergen police officers accusing Police Chief Robert Farley of “absolutely disgusting acts” held a press conference at his office today, detailing the shocking allegations his clients are making.

 

Jersey City Council receives updates on Portside Towers as lawsuit lingers

Daniel Ulloa, Hudson County View

 

  • The Jersey City Council received updates on the ongoing situation at Portside Towers at last night’s meeting as their $400 million federal lawsuit lingers.

 

Trenton cleanup show returns this spring, will it really help?

LA Parker, The Trentonian

 

  • Greetings from Costa Rica. In a province named Santiago de Puriscal, enjoying beautiful weather, it’s 85 degrees today, fantastic food, try the gallo pinto (es muy rico, it’s very good) and laughing my gluteus maximus off about another Trenton city-wide cleanup.

 

Hearing on motion to dismiss in case of Atlantic City mayor, superintendent moved to April

John O'Connor, Press of Atlantic City

 

  • A motion to the dismiss the indictment in the case against the city's mayor and schools superintendent, who are accused of abusing their teenage daughter, will be heard next month after the hearing was adjourned, according to court officials.

 

The Atlantic City aquarium was closed for 5 years but the fish (and one beloved turtle) swam on. It’s back.

Jason Nark, Philadelphia Inquirer

 

  • If turtles get lonely, Groman the Loggerhead had a tough couple of years at the Atlantic City Aquarium. Closed since the COVID-19 pandemic, the city-owned aquarium in Gardner’s Basin finally reopened this week after five years of renovations and repairs.

Previous comments for: Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing: 2/28/2025

  1. Stephen Brickman LTC USA (retired) says:

    as the upcoming audit of the Department of Education approaches it would wise to consider the amount of money going into education is not producing the results one would hope for. US is on the bottom of the list for the number of our kids falling below in their education levels. I think the states would beach be more efficient in that area as the parents receive the power to demand what the kids are taught and have the ability to vote on who serves as Principal, and can fire teachers that are judged ineffective, as the rule of tenure is eliminated as proposed by the President. If the Department of Education is too large and too frivolous with OUR money is should be gone, and I"m sure Mrs. McMahon would sure of that, after the DOGE audit.

  2. Stephen Brickman LTC (USA retired) says:

    Bravo to New Secretary of Homeland Security Norm for deputizing the national guard to give them the power to arrest illegals attempting to enter our country illegally. That same idea might work in sanctuary states by deputization of police to be able to bypass governors another elected officials, such as mayors and city and county commissioners. Deputization is a weapon not often used but in this instance it would work to accomplish the mission of Homeland Security. On another note the overt anger shown towards Kash Patel by the Democratic senators is telling. His confirmation will mean the entire mission of the Democratic Party will be deep sixed by the cleansing of the FBI’s weaponization. It means our country will be back to Constitutional Republic. Of course if the mainstream media media wants its audience back it might want to go along with Constitutionality also.

  3. Maryann says:

    I have relatives that live in Texas, they have to live in fear? I don't think so.I don't hear any Democrats having any spine to challenge Biden.Who did he let skate? If they were so innocent he wouldn't have to pardon them would he

  4. Stephen Brickman LTC USA (retired) says:

    The selling off the wall piecemeal by Biden's administration was not addressed, but it has to be looked at as a huge black eye for Biden. To counter this it seems prudent to advise those companies that bought in to the "Great American Fraud" that returning their purchase is a most patriotic act, even if there is a monetary reward of maybe 25 cents on the dollar, as well as not being seen to be in collusion with the deep state.in this fraudulent act. Remembering that American taxpayers already paid millions for the wall and would very much appreciate getting it back to increase Homeland Security, which was its purpose in the first place.

  5. Stephen Brickman says:

    Once Trump pardons the Jan 6 participants they should immediately begin Class Action suit against Nancy Pelosi who was instrumental in conducting a huge Political Kangaroo Court unfairly sending hundreds of of participants to jail. They should seek 200 million dollars for redress as well as compensation for Ashley Babbit’s shooting for being unarmed and unthreatening and totally not deserving of a death sentence. And it should cover the medical needs of those jailed who were denied adequate medical care. This was a total abuse of politely power and a Class Action suit is needed to clear the air.

  6. Vincent says:

    (The state’s voting system is secure, according to NJ Spotlight.) This was without doubt one of the most farcical articles perhaps ever written. To give you an idea just how corrupt and lawless the voting system is, in 2021 Governor Murphy deviously ousted the Bergen County Superintendent of Elections with over 30+ years of experience (coerced and strongarmed into early retirement) in order to then deliberately and deviously insert Loretta Weinberg's Chief of Staff who, had absolutely NO previous election experience whatsoever. This was all masterfully formulated and then executed just several weeks prior to the Gubernatorial primary. But of course there was nothing nefarious regarding such an abrupt change. Although Bergen County is not the largest County in New Jersey it is however home to the most registered voters of which the vast majority are also Democrats. Keep in mind The Superintendent of Elections Office is also in charge of voter "registrations" - polls books, voting machines and of course - investigating any and all reports of voter fraud. Murphy's intentions had been to leave the position vacant until "after" the Gubernatorial Election in November but the media exposed his chicanery and he was forced to fill and announce his personal "appointment" immediately and how all of this came to light. The former Superintendent of Elections was also a Republican and certainly would've never voluntarily retired "prematurely" but just prior to a major election. Her integrity was legendary throughout the entire County. But of course there was nothing to Murphy's sudden lead change "in the middle of the night" in Bergen County after the polls had already closed. Murphy was and still remains loathed and despised by all because of his despotic actions and stance on the Covid lockdowns. He knew there was no other way he could ever beat Ciattarelli and never did. But certainly not legally nor ever legitimately. But keep believing "the voting system in NJ" is actually secure.

  7. Stephen Brickman RPh says:

    Concerns about Jan 6 violence The simple solution to allay the concerns of the Jan.6 violence happening again is to make sure the election is run in an honest and above board manner, which must include voter I.D. via a totally transparent system. Otherwise I’m betting all bets are off.

  8. Stephen Brickman LTC USA (retired) says:

    Assemblyman Schaer's Bill to define antisemitism for New Jersey residents and to be able to react to it is great. But what about our kids going off to college, especially the Jewish kids. They should have a means to know what schools have active anti-Jewish protests, and/or pro-Palestinian demonstration allowed on and off campus. They should be able to feel safe wherever they go, and not have their studies interrupted by what I consider this unlawful activity. Are there websites with this kind of information posted?

  9. Joe says:

    Great article, thanks for keeping us informed!

  10. Stephen Brickman LTC USA (retired) says:

    NOTE TO SENIORS I was 85 when I got my Carry permit. If you want to protect yourself and your family you are never too old to carry. As log as you can pass the test at the range, which is pretty simple, and you have a handgun you can handle (which is why I purchased a Walther CCP M2 PLUS which is easy to rack) and you have no police record or mental health problems, you can qualify. Of course you need to get a Federal weapons ID card, if you don't already have one. We are targets because we are older and look easy. Well surprise , surprise. The more folks that are carrying the less crime because the bad guys wont know if you are armed and might not try something. By the way it doesn't matter- male or female!!

  11. Tom says:

    Stop complaining about taxes ,our schools , our crime, ,after all folks we keep voting in the same Democrat party politicians each time . For instance who would think that every Democrat who represents us in congress would vote for men playing in woman sports ,but they did , ask yourself are you the kind of a person who would kill ( sorry to use that word kill but hard not to since the law is that is a human being and if the mother is murdered it’s a double homicide ) a baby up to the moment of birth sorry to tell you that is the law in New Jersey. So stop complaining your part of the problem.

  12. Kyran Connor says:

    Can't seem to access the Steinberg column on Sam Alito, Sr. on your website. Suggestions?

  13. Stephen BrickmanRPh says:

    Changing the regulations to allow Optometrists to perform surgery is foolhardy and dangerous. Their training is doing vision tests and prescribing the correct glasses to improve vision. Only an MD in ophthalmology should be the one to do eye surgery. That’s like asking the fellow filling your gas tank to fix a ball joint suspension. This is not the answer to a shortage of ophthalmologists

  14. Stephen Brickman says:

    Reclassifying marihuana from CI to any other category will involve Pharmacy because by law only a Pharmacist with a DEA license can purchase or sell any drug with a CII to CV Classification. (CI is exempt because it’s heroine or any other drug with no medical purpose). This is a National problem because it is all under the DEA. And since marihuana is a hallucinogen among other things it requires control. The whole weed issue has put the cart before the horse and really requires reining in to have it conform to the legal requirements. (Sorry Mr. Weedman). And recreational use will get the biggest hit because it will require a prescription for medicinal use, but that cuts out the recreational aspect. Maybe in the future Pharmacists may be able to prescribe it but not yet. And how many physicians and Nurse Practitioners will want to be involved in the weed industry, I wonder? Lots of questions and few answers so far.

  15. Lisa Bonanno says:

    Could you please fix your “bay blood spots “ typo. It sounds like a horror movie. Although “baby blood spots” isn’t much better. Maybe there’s a clearer and less distressing turn of phrase for all of our sensitive readers, lol. Please and thank you.

  16. Stephen Brickman LTC USA (retired) says:

    Studies show that recreational cannabis is responsible a 10% increase in motor vehicle accident deaths. These studies show that cannabis impairs driving ability and driving while high is common among regular users. Since cannabis is still an illegal drug, insurance companies are within their rights to deny coverage in for an accident ruled a DUI due to cannabis. However a state that approved its recreational use should be held accountable for any and all the consequences of that DUI. States are more interested in the money they make but they should accept the responsibility for having approved the use of recreational cannabis.

  17. Stephen Brickman says:

    With the mainstream media touting the current president and suddenly discovers he’s been lying to us all about how supportive he is of Israel when it is reported he is receiving BIG donations from Soros and Rockefellers , both proven anti-American donors, to become pro Palestinian and Pro Hamas and Anti Israel by holding up ammunition shipments to Israel. And solidly answering the question of why he never goes directly against Iran. Is the MSM party to this also. How can the general public now know who and what to trust. They warn us how terrible a trump administration will be as if they have totally forgotten how good we had it under Trump. All I can say is put on your big boy pants and tell us how it really is.

  18. Gregg Mele says:

    The problem with the Line is that there is no vetting process. Whoever pays the most and/or is specifically unqualified and therefore relegated to the status of puppet is who the county bosses support and threaten the committee members to support. My opponent said on-air that he will do whatever they tell him. What kind of leadership is that. I have 8-10 organizations endorsing me to his zero. I have served many statewide for almost 4 years while he has never helped anyone but himself. No-brainer who is qualified, and they know it. That's why they are getting nasty and vile while I continue to take the high road.

  19. Stephen Brickman RPh says:

    Iowa gets it right. What better school security is there than trained, armed teachers with concealed carry permits. You wonder what parents and local government officials when they oppose this idea. Apparently they would rather wait for some demented individual, either a student or maybe an ex student pulls out a handgun of his backpack , or a long gun out of a duffel and starts firing do they can call it in and wait for help to show up. This move would save many lives and I would heartily endorse this idea nationwide. Of course I’m just an average gun owner who believes that our kids are our most valuable asset and need real protection.

  20. Steve Caruso says:

    The liability limits for taxi cabs are extreme starting July 1. It was a plan in place through the insurance banking committee and it was abruptly changed with an amendment. The guys are barely making a living today and you’ve increased their insurance. What’s fair is fair and this is not it was an incremental increase, which was fair, and was removed by the governor please refer back to the original plan

  21. Stephen Brickman RPh says:

    Note to Concealed Carry permit holders: make sure you subscribe to one of the insurance companies that specialize in CCP, ie: US LAW SHIELD. If you ever have to fire your weapon , that has to be the first phone call you make. The second is 911, the third is your family. With so many new permit holders there will probably be an increase in discharges until word gets out that it’s actually unsafe for criminals to be in New Jersey and crime will take a nosedive. Now unless you have a conviction in your background you can get that CCP and really defend yourself and your family. And more women are applying which is great for family defense. The stats that record gun violence will have to be re-organized into guns used for crime and guns used to prevent crime. A lot of get-always here because sometimes just brandishing a firearm is enough to stop a crime. But it should be reported anyway..

  22. Stephen Brickman LTC USA (retired) says:

    How's his for an idea? Uncover the identities of the un-elected advisors to Pres. Biden, and publish their names. That way there is actually someone to blame when we lose valuable lives from unanswered attacks by terrorist organizations. We know Biden isn't making these decisions on his own. My guess is that these advisors will quit the team rather than take the heat for poor decisions, revealing a big weakness in this administration. It might lead to improvements to the decision-making process.

  23. Stephen Brickman RPh says:

    The governor signed off on having Narcan available in all schools grades 9 through 12. But what about the idea of having Narcan available in ALL SCHOOLS in New Jersey?

  24. Stephen Brickman says:

    Voting should be based on understanding what’s actually happening and knowing who would make life safer and more livable. The only way to do that is to get both sides of the information remembering there are always two sides to a story. Mainstream media in my area includes the Star Ledger and the Easton Express. If you look at the bylines of the opinions you will find writers from the Washington Post and Bloomberg, both notoriously on the left. Even the political cartoons are a dead giveaway. CNN and CNBC are also left leaning. So what are the options for getting opinions and news from the right? Fortunately cable news has Fox, which is near center, and Newsmax, and NewsNation which are full right. Watching these even just occasionally will show a much broader picture and give the reader more information with which to make an informed voting decision. And remember you DONT have to vote party if you feel there’s a wiser choice.

  25. Stephen Brickman says:

    I’m a conservative and I do believe life begins at conception but the problem is that each mother is responsible for that life and it is in the realm of her mental and physical health that she will either bring it to term or abort it. This should not be a political decision and should not be be dictated by thousand of strangers. The Supreme Court turned it over to the states but it still remains personal for the mother and her family. I don’t think it should be an “agenda item” for any political party. A state medical society may want to impose a time frame within which an abortion can occur but even that may be subject to the mother’s doctor’s discretion. I say just quit discussing it and leave it up to the mother a father.

  26. Adam says:

    Teaneck property taxes pays for the school budget. Teaneck High School students walk out. Is a Hamas military shuffle march property tax bill included?

  27. Stephen Brickman LTC U.S.A. (Retired) says:

    The military serving in the Middle East represents every state in the Union. Those are our sons and daughters, Moms and Dads and yet we are very little to protect them, or REALLY retaliate when they’re attacked. Governor Murphy is the Chairman of the Democratic Governors Association, and past chair of the National Governors Association and yet you never hear him mention about any requests either organization makes to Biden to be more aggressive about protecting our kids in harms way. It’s as though it doesn’t seem to matter to them. No wonder we look so weak to the rest of the world.

  28. Stephen Brickman says:

    How about those unintended consequences. New Jersey mandating that all cars being sold by 2035 be electric is telling us what we can or cannot buy with our own money. There will always be gasoline powered vehicles because of the power produced by internal combustion compared to the power produced by batteries; which is to say the more power the bigger the battery to the point of rediculousness. My thought is that if the state wants fewer gas powered vehicles on the road it should create a mass transit electric powered system that would emphasize convenience for commuters and everyday shoppers. Of course that would mean vehicles weighing tons more because of the size of batteries and that creates a whole other question of where to dispose of them (also for elelectric car batteries), since they are composed of highly toxic materials that can’t be burnt or buried. These are unintended consequences no- one is willing to grapple with until its too late. I think by 2035 th he electric car fantasy will go the same way the offshore wind farm has gone. Stephen Brickman 206 Stonehenge Dr Phillipsburg,NJ 08865 Stephen.Brickman@gmail.com Sent from my iPhone

  29. Moe says:

    NJ is one of the most corrupt and racist places to live. There’s “0” accountability for the criminal acts, corruption, and unfair treatment of the people of this state. It starts with our governor who cares less for truth and honesty. Continue to ruin the lives of the citizens of this state.

  30. Stephen Brickman says:

    Gun owners don't have to talk about guns because they know that they have to come out and vote to protect their constitutional right to bear arms. The Supreme court decision has affirmed that right and somehow our "leaders" haven't learned how to read.

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  33. Stephen Brickman says:

    lETS NOT FORGET that during the pandemic Donald Trump sent the MERCY, a fully equipped, COVID prepared Hospital ship to save lives of victims and healthcare workers . But Murphy in his wisdom would rather send Patients back to nursing homes that were ill-equipped to treat these patients so they could die , rather than utilize a life-saving gift and be like NY governor Cuomo, another anti-Trump tool.

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  36. Tree Service says:

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  37. Moe says:

    Murphy doesn’t want to be the president, he wants to be a state trooper.

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  40. JG B says:

    Murphy running for President is LAUGHABLE. Nased on what??

  41. Charlie Abisror says:

    lmao imagine supporting lockdowns after the largest mass death event in american history and calling that a feeling driven conclusion? maga chuds never fail to disappoint

  42. Mary Ann McKinney says:

    So....about those 56 machines in Bergen... <<>>

  43. John Fiorentino says:

    He;s "vacationing" at his villa in Italy, while Covid surges and the state is paralyzed by "remote work"............translation: NO WORK

  44. Zyra Alissa says:

    What I — and most of the women I know who are passionate about cosmetics —like about make up isn't that the right gloss can make your lips poutier or that false lashes can make your eyes more doe-like. Rather, it's how women can communicate messages and express ourselves through makeup. Certainly it's not our single factor of communication, but it's one of many forms of expression that allow us to showcase our individual styles.

  45. Amber Si says:

    OK

  46. yanre says:

    keeping up with the news

  47. Sha H says:

    That is what happens in practicality when they are "suspending their disbelief" (HR Clinton) in real numbers and going on predictive models to make decisions. And then after doing that, they vote with "feelings."

  48. Sha H says:

    Murphy celebrates "a full week of declining numbers" then says "status quo of lockdown will remain until new cases and fatalities decrease." So, which of Murphy's statements is accurate? He said 2 opposite things in a single paragraph of speaking.

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