NJ Democrats · [email protected]

August 4, 2020 at 9:45 PM

Join our day of action tomorrow

We’re counting on your help to win big in New Jersey this November.   Team,   It may be hard to believe, but tomorrow we’ll be only 90 days away from Election Day. This election will be here before we know it. That means we have less than three months to do everything we can t…

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  NJDSC Team · [email protected]

August 3, 2020 at 4:53 PM

NJ Republicans Say “It’s Really Not Up to Me” to Solve NJ’s Financial Crisis

It’s a shameful pattern. From Donald Trump to Trenton Republicans, the GOP refuses to act responsibly or take any accountability in the middle of a pandemic.   Democrat,   It’s a shameful pattern. From Donald Trump to Trenton Republicans, the GOP refuses to act responsibly or …

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

July 31, 2020 at 10:28 PM

Chairman’s Update: Governor Murphy Updates, 2020 Spotlight, and more

        Democrat, As we move deeper into the summer months, we are all beginning to look forward to the General Election in November. We all need to be ready to do whatever we can to defeat Donald Trump and end the nightmare of the last four years. We may be up in the polls, but we…

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  NJDSC Team · [email protected]

July 30, 2020 at 5:32 PM

2020 Spotlight: Amy Kennedy is Taking On Jeff Van Drew

Two years ago Democrats from across the state rallied behind Jeff Van Drew and helped him flip a long held Republican district spanning parts of Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean and Salem counties.   Democrat,   Two years ago Democrats from…

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  NJ Dems · [email protected]

July 27, 2020 at 6:34 PM

99 Days

We’re 99 days away from Election Day, which means we’re 99 days away from restoring honor, decency, and competency to our government by voting out Trump and his enablers once and for all.   Democrat,   We’re 99 days away from Election Day, which means we’re 99 days away from …

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  NJ Dems · [email protected]

July 25, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Support Pandemic Relief Efforts in NJ, Get your ‘Knucklehead’ shirt today!

Buy your shirt today to show off your Jersey Pride, support Governor Murphy’s leadership during this crisis, and most importantly support a very worthy cause.   Democrat,   While we’ve made great strides towards containing the spread of COVID in New Jersey, we must remember to…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

July 24, 2020 at 5:34 PM

Chairman’s Update: Delegates for the DNC, 2020 Spotlight, and more

        Democrat, Last night, the New Jersey Democratic State Committee held a virtual meeting to approve At-Large and Party Leader delegates for the Democratic National Convention. These delegates will join the District Delegate candidates who won their primary elections earlier t…

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  NJDSC Team · [email protected]

July 23, 2020 at 7:46 PM

2020 Spotlight: Stephanie Schmid for Congress

In 2018, Democrats rode a Blue Wave to take control of the House of Representatives in a stunning election night that ran right through New Jersey.   Democrat,   In 2018, Democrats rode a Blue Wave to take control of the House of Representatives in a stunning election night th…

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  Saily Avelenda, NJDSC · [email protected]

July 21, 2020 at 10:48 PM

NJDSC Launches Workplace Culture Program

On behalf of the NJDSC, we are pleased to announce that we are launching a comprehensive new Workplace Culture Program.   Democrat,   On behalf of the NJDSC, we are pleased to announce that we are launching a comprehensive new Workplace Culture Program. This initiative is desi…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

July 18, 2020 at 12:56 AM

Chairman's Update: NJDSC Announces 2020 Spotlight and more

        Democrat, With the General Election heating up, it’s time for all of us to rally around our excellent candidates to win up and down the ballot and send a message that New Jersey rejects Trump Republicans. Over the next several weeks we will be re-introducing our Democratic …

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  NJ Dems · [email protected]

July 13, 2020 at 8:31 PM

Trenton Republicans: Listen to Science

  Friend, Last week, Governor Murphy issued an executive order calling for residents to wear masks outside when social distancing is not possible. The mask order is backed by science and supported by the vast majority of New Jerseyans, who understand the seriousness of this s…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

July 11, 2020 at 12:11 AM

Chairman’s Update: Turning Our Sights to November 2020

        Democrat, With the Primary Election now behind us, it’s time to turn our sights to the General Election and the opportunity we have desperately wanted for the last four years. We have the chance now to defeat Donald Trump and his allies like Jeff Van Drew and Chris Smith, w…

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  NJ Dems · [email protected]

July 8, 2020 at 2:46 PM

Today is a Turning Point in Our Fight Against Trump

With the Primary Election behind us, we’re laser-focused on building grassroots momentum to vote out Trump and his enablers.   Democrat, With the Primary Election behind us, we’re laser-focused on building grassroots momentum to vote out Trump and his enablers, re-elect Democr…

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  Saily Avelenda, NJDSC · [email protected]

July 7, 2020 at 5:46 PM

Today’s the day! FWD: There’s still time to vote!

I wanted to make sure you saw this email from the Chairman ahead of today’s election. You can read the full email below, but here are the highlights:   Democrat,   Today’s the day!   I wanted to make sure you saw this email from the Chairman ahead of today’s election. You ca…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

July 6, 2020 at 10:51 PM

There's still time to vote!

The Democratic Primary Election is tomorrow -- Tuesday, July 7 -- but as you know, voting has been happening for the last few weeks by mail.   Democrat,   The Democratic Primary Election is tomorrow -- Tuesday, July 7 -- but as you know, voting has been happening for the last …

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

July 3, 2020 at 1:16 PM

Chairman’s Update: Fourth of July, Primary Election, and more

        Democrat, The Fourth of July holiday is almost here, and although we are still living in a new reality because of COVID-19 we are certainly in a better position to celebrate our nation’s founding than our neighbors in many other states. We can all be thankful to Governor Ph…

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  NJDSC Team · [email protected]

July 2, 2020 at 7:31 PM

A major win for both teachers and taxpayers

Yesterday our state took a major step forward that will provide much needed financial relief to thousands of hardworking educators as well as New Jersey taxpayers.   Democrat, Yesterday our state took a major step forward that will provide much needed financial relief to thou…

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  Saily Avelenda, NJDSC · [email protected]

July 1, 2020 at 5:31 PM

📩 Watch our Video, Learn More About Vote by Mail 📩

NJDSC is working hard to make sure that Democrats throughout New Jersey are aware of these changes and ready to cast their votes in the primary.   Democrat, Governor Murphy’s decision to move to a primarily Vote by Mail election was the right choice to put public health above …

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  NJ Dems · [email protected]

June 30, 2020 at 1:51 PM

HUGE win for reproductive rights

The United States Supreme Court struck down a Louisiana law that would’ve left the state with just one abortion clinic.   Friend, Yesterday, the United States Supreme Court struck down a Louisiana law that would’ve left the state with just one abortion clinic.  The law requir…

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  Saily Avelenda, NJDSC · [email protected]

June 29, 2020 at 6:39 PM

NJ.com Editorial says “Gov. Murphy Did the Right Thing” on COVID-19

It’s this simple and this obvious -- as we see what is going on here compared to what is going on around the country, Governor Murphy’s leadership has made a difference for all of us.   Democrat, It’s this simple and this obvious -- as we see what is going on here compared to …

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

June 26, 2020 at 10:30 PM

Chairman’s Update: NJ is Leading the Nation in COVID-19 Response

        Democrat, We’ve all been working together over the last three months to stop the spread of COVID-19 in our state. It has not been easy, and far too many of our brothers and sisters have been lost to this deadly disease. But we’re making incredible progress thanks to leaders…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

June 24, 2020 at 2:33 PM

COVID Update: Barrier Free Testing, Indoor Dining and More

More and more progress is being made each day in the right against COVID-19. From expanded testing to the phased reopening of businesses being done in a responsible way, we are continuing to move forward along Governor Murphy’s Road Back.   Democrat,   More and more progress …

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  Nabila Baptiste, NJDSC · [email protected]

June 23, 2020 at 9:16 PM

Get involved! Sign up for an NJDSC Caucus Event

We are excited to announce three great Caucus events coming up this week.   Friend,   At NJDSC, we want it to be as easy as possible for you to get involved. With that in mind, we are excited to announce three great Caucus events coming up this week. Caucus events are an oppor…

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  NJ Dems · [email protected]

June 22, 2020 at 1:32 PM

BIG NEWS: Commuters Get a Break -- Portal North Bridge Project Moving Forward

Governor Phil Murphy, Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker, and New Jersey’s congressional delegation have been fighting for years to reach this point.   Democrat,   In a major step forward for improving the daily commute for thousands of New Jerseyans, the Federal Transit Au…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

June 19, 2020 at 7:45 PM

Chairman’s Update: Phase 2 Update, Mail-in Voting, Juneteenth, and more

        Democrat, As we mark the Juneteenth holiday today it comes at a time when our country is experiencing activism for racial justice in a way we have not seen since the days of the civil rights movement. This is a long overdue reckoning that needs to continue if we are to move…

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  Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver · [email protected]

June 19, 2020 at 1:16 PM

Juneteenth has a special meaning this year

  Democrat,   Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the symbolic end of American slavery, is a day to reflect on the ongoing struggle for civil rights and full equality for African Americans in our country. The day has taken on even greater significance this year, with the re…

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  Gov. Phil Murphy · [email protected]

June 17, 2020 at 10:27 PM

A Clean Energy Future for New Jersey

  Friend,   The past few months have been among the most trying times in our state’s history. We’ve pulled together to flatten the curve and reduce the spread of COVID-19, reopen our economy driven by data and public health, all while confronting the ugly history of instituti…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

June 16, 2020 at 7:16 PM

Outdoor Dining is Back in NJ

  Democrat,   After months of stay at home orders, shuttered businesses and overflowing hospitals, we’re finally seeing some glimmers of hope and getting back to the sense of normalcy we’re all craving. Yesterday Governor Murphy reopened restaurants across the state for outdo…

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  NJDSC Team · [email protected]

June 15, 2020 at 8:18 PM

A monumental win for LGBTQ Americans

  Friend,   Earlier today, the Supreme Court announced that employees cannot be discriminated against on the basis of their sexual orientation and gender identity. This landmark ruling extends the basic workplace protections of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to LGB…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

June 12, 2020 at 7:33 PM

Chairman’s Update: Knucklehead Contest Winner, Contact Tracing, and Vote by Mail

        Democrat, Nearly 4,000 of you voted in our “Don’t be a Knucklehead” t-shirt design contest, and now the winning design is on sale! Visit our online store to get your shirt while supplies last to show off your Jersey pride and support the important work of the NJ Pandemic Re…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

June 11, 2020 at 7:37 PM

Find out which design won our ‘Knucklehead’ t-shirt contest and get yours now!

  Friend,   The votes are in, and with nearly 4,000 of you making your voices heard the winner of our “Don’t be a Knucklehead” t-shirt contest is….. “Welcome to New Jersey: Don’t be a Knucklehead!”   You can buy your shirt today while supplies last right here. Remember, all n…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

June 10, 2020 at 7:48 PM

Gov. Murphy Lifts Stay at Home Order

  Democrat,   Yesterday Governor Phil Murphy made the announcement we have been waiting for -- he officially lifted the “Stay at Home” order that he put in place nearly three months ago to help contain the spread of the Coronavirus. This is a great sign that the worst of this…

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  Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver · [email protected]

June 9, 2020 at 6:18 PM

Fabiana Pierre-Louis' Historic Nomination to the Supreme Court

  Democrat, When Governor Phil Murphy and I were elected, we committed ourselves to making our state government more diverse and representative of the people of New Jersey at all levels. We’ve lived up to that promise -- from appointing the most diverse cabinet in state histo…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

June 5, 2020 at 8:52 PM

Chairman’s Update: Accountability, COVID-19 update, Vote by Mail, and more

        Democrat, As our nation has been gripped by civil unrest in the past two weeks after the murder of George Floyd, here in New Jersey I am glad to see our leaders take action to make our police more accountable to the people. Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Gurbir G…

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  Saily Avelenda, NJDSC · [email protected]

June 2, 2020 at 10:04 PM

You can help save essential NJ workers’ jobs

  Democrat, Yesterday, our state took an important step forward in averting an oncoming disaster that could seriously impact all of our communities when an Assembly committee voted to approve Governor Murphy’s COVID-19 Emergency Borrowing Plan. At the committee hearing, organ…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

June 1, 2020 at 10:20 PM

Support Growing for Gov. Murphy’s Emergency Bonding Plan

  Democrat,   While the health effects of the COVID-19 crisis are clear to all of us, the financial impact on New Jersey is just starting to come fully into focus. Without a direct infusion of cash, states like New Jersey that have been hardest hit by the pandemic will soon b…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

May 29, 2020 at 10:32 PM

Chairman’s Update: Reopening announcements, Vote by Mail guide, and more

        Democrat, This has been another troubling week. Aside from the continued challenges of COVID-19, the oldest wounds in our country have once again been torn open. As Governor Murphy said at his briefing, George Floyd should be alive today. Not just as a matter of principle o…

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  Vice Chair Peg Schaffer · [email protected]

May 28, 2020 at 8:02 PM

COVID-19 Testing Beats 20K Per Day Milestone

  Democrat,   Governor Murphy has outlined several specific metrics that must be reached in order to safely reopen our State, and one of the most significant is on testing. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March, testing was one of our State’s most severe challenges. But thr…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

May 27, 2020 at 7:31 PM

COVID-19 Updates From Gov. Murphy on Outdoor Graduations, Professional Sports

  Democrat,   As New Jersey continues to gradually and deliberately reopen industries and activities forced into closure by COVID-19, Governor Phil Murphy and his team are working to make sure we proceed safely and responsibly. Yesterday the Governor made two major announceme…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

May 22, 2020 at 10:16 PM

Chairman’s Update: Memorial Day Message and Updated Outdoor Gathering Guidance

        Democrat, As we head into Memorial Day Weekend, we are still experiencing a very different reality than what we are used to at the unofficial start of summer. Our beaches have been allowed to open with social distancing requirements, and large gatherings with friends and fa…

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  Saily Avelenda, NJDSC · [email protected]

May 20, 2020 at 12:32 PM

New Jersey is Leading the Charge on Vote By Mail

  Democrat,   Ever since the first days of the COVID-19 crisis, Governor Phil Murphy has been providing the decisive leadership needed to keep our state safe. He hasn’t been afraid to make tough choices, because he’s ensuring that his decision making is led by science and dat…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

May 19, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Pick your favorite "Don’t be a Knucklehead" shirt

  Friend,   A few weeks ago, Governor Phil Murphy introduced a phrase that has become the unofficial state motto during the COVID-19 pandemic -- “Don’t be a Knucklehead.” The Governor’s simple advice has become a rallying cry for residents who are smartly following social dis…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

May 15, 2020 at 3:10 PM

Chairman’s Update: Beaches opening, progress on the Road Back, and more

        Democrat, While we must continue to be vigilant and serious about fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, we also can’t lose sight of the crucially important election coming this November when we must remove Donald Trump from office and restore truth and honesty to the White House.…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

May 12, 2020 at 9:02 PM

Expanded Testing and Contact Tracing -- the Next Steps on the Road Back from COVID-19

  Democrat,   Governor Phil Murphy has continued to provide steady, compassionate leadership throughout the COVID-19 crisis. Thanks to that effort, and especially the heroic work of our first responders, health care workers and more, we are now seeing a sustained reduction in…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

May 8, 2020 at 6:33 PM

Chairman’s Update: Addressing COVID-19’s challenges and more

        Democrat, This was another week of progress in the fight against COVID-19, with continued reductions in the numbers of new cases, hospitalizations, ICU admissions and other key metrics. Our state and county parks and many municipal parks are back open with social distancing…

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  Saily Avelenda · [email protected]

May 7, 2020 at 8:16 PM

New Jersey’s COVID-19 Stories

  Friend,   A few weeks ago, I asked you to share your COVID-19 story with us at the New Jersey Democratic State Committee.  We were so touched by the stories we received, and we wanted to put them together in a way that honors those who shared them while emphasizing the purp…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

May 6, 2020 at 8:58 PM

Updated COVID-19 Resources and Information

  Democrat,   The past several months have been a stressful time to say the least and we are all hungry for more information about the COVID-19 crisis, especially how to keep ourselves and our friends and family safe and healthy. With so much misinformation being spread, we w…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

May 5, 2020 at 7:12 PM

In just under 6 months

  Friend,   COVID-19 has changed so much about our day-to-day lives, but it hasn’t changed the fact that we are still fighting each and every day to build a New Jersey that works for everyone.  And while our work may look a little different now than it did before this crisis,…

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  Saily Avelenda · [email protected]

May 4, 2020 at 3:32 PM

Virtual Training Sessions for Democrats

  Friend,   We are excited to announce that the NJDSC has partnered with the National Democratic Training Committee to offer two virtual training sessions on Monday, May 11th and Tuesday, May 12th from 5:30 PM to 8 PM both days. Although we have traditionally held in-person t…

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  Chairman John Currie · [email protected]

May 1, 2020 at 8:18 PM

Chairman’s Update: The Road Back, the Oval Office, and more

        Democrat, After weeks of adhering to the strict social distancing orders put into place by Governor Murphy, we are now beginning to see signs of hope for the first time. New cases of coronavirus are slowing, as are hospitalizations, ventilator usage and other key metrics. A…

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