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Phil Murphy Ranks 34th Worst Governor and New Jersey Ranks 41st Worst Run State

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Ridgewood NJ, some bad news for Governor Phil Murphy according to 24/7 Wall street  Phil Murphy was rated as the 34th lest popular governor  and New Jersey fared even worse by being ranked as the 41st worst run state . We are somewhat astonished the both Phil Murphy and New Jersey did as well as they did.

34. Gov. Phil Murphy (D) of New Jersey
> Approval: 46%
> Disapproval: 37% (16th highest)
> Don’t know: 18% (24th highest)
> In office since: Jan. 16, 2018
> New Jersey could run on only rainy day funds in FY 2018 for: 8 days (3rd least)
> Rainy day fund: $772.2 million (19th smallest)
> Dec. 2019 unemployment rate: 3.5% (20th highest)

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New Jersey remains without the much-needed mechanism to level the playing field against our regional competitors who have a less challenging business climate

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey Business & Industry Association Vice President of Government Affairs Christopher Emigholz issued the following statement today regarding the release of the Senate Select Committee on Economic Growth Strategies (SEGS) report.

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Governor Needs to Explain How New Climate Change NJDEP Mandate Will Be Applied Without Hurting Homeowners, Economic Growth, or Property Rights

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Trenton NJ, Senator Anthony M. Bucco called for Governor Phil Murphy to provide clarity on Executive Order 100 which gives broad new powers to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) to deny virtually any type of development due to undefined “climate change considerations.”

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Mike Bloomberg Buying Up New Jersey Endorsements

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Trenton NJ, Five New Jersey elected officials today endorsed Democratic presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg. The New Jersey leaders cited Bloomberg’s record of taking on tough fights on issues like health care, climate change, and gun violence prevention as reasons for their support.

This week, U.S. Navy veteran and Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill also endorsed Mike Bloomberg for president.

New Jersey elected officials endorsing Bloomberg today are:

  • Matthew Goode, Keyport Councilman
  • Roy Dellosso, Atlantic Highlands Councilman
  • Stephen Steglik, Mount Laurel Township Councilman
  • Michael Santiago, City of Millville Mayor
  • Kareem Pritchett, Mount Laurel Township Councilman
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Host Committee for Democratic National Convention Fires Murphy Political Advisors for Creating “Toxic and Unstable Working Environment” for Women

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Senator Kristin Corrado and Senator Steven Oroho said a toxic culture of misogyny that has long surrounded Governor Phil Murphy was thrust into the national spotlight in recent days when it was revealed that a pair of the governor’s political advisors were accused of abusive behavior and fired from their positions helping to organize the Democratic National Convention.

Sen. Kristin Corrado and Sen. Steven Oroho said a toxic culture of misogyny that has long surrounded Gov. Phil Murphy was thrust into the national spotlight when a pair of his political advisors were fired from their positions helping to organize the Democratic National Convention for abusive behavior. (SenateNJ.com)

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NJ Senator Michael Testa : Murphy’s Sanctuary State Policies Handcuff Law Enforcement & Set Criminal Aliens Free

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The following editorial by Senator Michael Testa (R-1) on the outrageous outcomes of Governor Phil Murphy’s sanctuary state policies was published by NJ.com on February 4, 2020:

The sanctuary state policies implemented by Gov. Phil Murphy and his administration have handcuffed the ability of New Jersey’s dedicated law enforcement officers to keep the Garden State safe.

That was made clear by President Donald Trump during his visit to New Jersey several days ago, when he highlighted the disturbing case of Luciano Trejo-Dominguez, an illegal alien who was arrested and temporarily jailed last August for the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl in Vineland.

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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrests of more than 100 foreign nationals in New Jersey, in a week-long sweep of the state

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Trenton NJ, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrests of more than 100 foreign nationals in New Jersey, many of them with criminal records, in a nearly week-long sweep of the state.

From Jan. 27 to Feb. 1, ICE arrested 115 people from 23 countries.

Of those arrested, 84% had prior criminal convictions and/or pending criminal charges, and three of them were previously deported, according to ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations in a written statement.

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Andrew Yang: ‘Marijuana Should Be Legal Nationwide’

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Since 1970, marijuana has been categorized as a Schedule 1 controlled substance. That means it’s been placed alongside heroin and LSD as a dangerous drug. Presidential candidates now seem to embrace the full legalization of marijuana. This might seem like a stark reversal from the war that the Democratic and Republican administrations have waged on drugs for decades.

It reflects on the rapid spread of the need and use of marijuana for recreational and medical purposes at the state legal. The markets for marijuana are also proliferating with more voters supporting the ending of the prohibition of marijuana use. Almost two-thirds of all voters support the legalization of marijuana. And, this number is likely to increase in the coming years.

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Senator Declan O’Scanlon’s bill (S-601) would make the fiscal victimization of a senior or disabled person a crime

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Trenton NJ, Senator Declan O’Scanlon’s legislation to protect vulnerable senior citizens and people with disabilities from theft scams passed the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee.

“Seniors have always been prime targets for criminals who prey on their trusting nature and easy demeanor,” said O’Scanlon (R-13). “As technology has developed, it has become easier to find victims and raid their life savings. This can be devastating for people living on fixed incomes.”

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New Jersey Loses Money on Super Bowl Gambling

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ATLANTIC NJ,  the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement announced preliminary wagering data related to the 2020 Super Bowl.

Preliminary wagering statistics reported by Atlantic City Casinos and New Jersey Horse Tracks show that wagering on this year’s Super Bowl totaled approximately $54,288,227 and with a projected total sports wagering payout of $58,568,699.  This resulted in a loss of $4,280,000, which represents a negative hold percentage of 7.8%.

These revenue figures include New Jersey’s 10 retail sports books and 19 sports wagering mobile applications

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Anti-Independent Contractor Law AB5 Dramatic loss of income in California, independent contractors and small business owners nationwide fearful

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Paramus NJ, When California’s AB5 went into effect on January 1, supporters promised the law would result in the reclassification of numerous independent contractors to full- and part-time workers with benefits. Instead, the law’s first month has proved a catastrophe for scores of independent contractors who have lost income, longtime clients and, in some cases, their entire livelihoods overnight. Despite the devastating effects of the law in California, lawmakers in other states are considering enacting similar legislation as Congress plans to vote on a federal version, referred to as the PRO Act (HR2474), this week.

The law purports to protect workers who are misclassified, but its clumsy wording harms thousands of independent contractors who wish to keep their thriving businesses. A wide variety of independent contractors, including journalists and writers, translators, musicians, pilates and yoga instructors, per diem nurses and many more have begun to experience the devastation that the law is causing.

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Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) joines US Dept. of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao to launch a new USDOT human trafficking initiative

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Washington DC, Special thanks to Secretary Elaine Chao for her leadership in combatting the cruelty of human trafficking both in the eight years she served as Secretary of Labor, and now, at Transportation and for the Transportation Leaders Against Human Trafficking Initiative.

Deep thanks as well to all the assembled leaders—for your commitment and effectiveness in this human rights and humanitarian cause.

Truckers Against Trafficking have written the book on how to discern and disrupt human trafficking networks through training and referrals to law enforcement. You are the eyes and ears on the highways—thank you, Kendris.

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Governor Murphy Outlines New Jersey Preparedness Activities Related to Novel Coronavirus

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Trenton NJ, Governor Phil Murphy today announced New Jersey’s preparedness activities related to the outbreak of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Wuhan, China and its recent spread to the United States. The Murphy Administration is taking a comprehensive approach to respond to 2019-nCoV by ensuring public health and health care system preparedness. At this time, New Jersey has no confirmed cases of 2019-nCoV or reports under investigation.

“As Governor, I am above all charged with protecting the health and safety of our residents,” said Governor Murphy. “New Jersey is an international crossroads, home to global businesses and research and educational institutions, and with proximity to numerous international airports and other points of entry. Together, we are collaborating with our federal partners, state authorities, and local health officials to ensure that we have strong preparedness protocols in place to protect all New Jerseyans.”

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New Jersey Department of Health Opens 2019 Novel Coronavirus Call Center for Public

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Trenton NJ, The New Jersey Department of Health announced the opening of a hotline (1-800-222-1222) for the public to ask questions about the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.

“Although the risk to the public remains low, we understand that residents have questions about this new virus,” Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli said. “This hotline provides factual information to alleviate fear and dispel rumors.”

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NJ Senator Testa : Murphy’s Sanctuary State Policies Support Lawbreakers

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Trenton NJ,Senator Michael Testa responded to the New Jersey Attorney General’s comments that the Murphy Administration’s immigration policies do not provide “‘sanctuary’ to those who break the law.”

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