New Jersey Governor Candidates Urge Voters in Final Pre-Election Push

The race for governor in New Jersey is reaching its climax as Election Day approaches. Candidates Jack Ciattarelli, a Republican, and Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, are intensifying their campaigns to secure undecided voters.

Final Push by Governor Candidates in New Jersey

Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli is on a bus tour across the state, making multiple campaign stops. His recent visit to Woodbridge was met with enthusiastic support from his followers. At these events, Ciattarelli emphasized key issues that resonate with voters.

Ciattarelli’s Campaign Focus

• Critique of State Policies: Ciattarelli highlighted the failures of current policies, including issues with affordability and public safety.
• Affordability Crisis: He pointed to high taxes and rising electricity bills as major concerns for residents.
• Public Safety: Ciattarelli expressed concerns about local police being constrained in their duties.
• Education Concerns: He criticized the public school curriculum, claiming it has been diluted.

On a busy Saturday, Ciattarelli held six rallies, including an event at an American Legion hall in Westfield. He expressed hopes that Republican candidates running for the Assembly could help restore balance in Trenton. “We can win the Assembly. That would bring better balance to Trenton, and I think that’s good for the people of New Jersey,” he stated in an interview with CBS News New York.

Sherrill’s Rally with Former President Obama

Meanwhile, Democrat Mikie Sherrill hosted a “Get Out the Vote” rally in Newark, with former President Barack Obama by her side. Sherrill’s approach focuses on contrasting her vision with that of her Republican opponent.

Key Messages from Sherrill

• Healthcare Advocacy: She intends to shed light on Republican critiques of the Affordable Care Act.
• Contrast with Trump: Sherrill highlighted the stark differences between Obama’s efforts to expand healthcare and Trump’s policies, which she claims have led to increased costs for many.

As both candidates make their final appeals to voters, recent polls indicate a tightly contested race. With the election nearing, each candidate is striving to make their message resonate with constituents.