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Bergen County Flag Controversy: A Political Snub or Standard Procedure?

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Hackensack NJ, in the wake of the tragic death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a national debate has unfolded, with a local dimension playing out right here in Bergen County. The decision by county officials not to lower flags to half-staff, despite a presidential proclamation, has ignited a firestorm of criticism and brought the rules of flag etiquette into the spotlight.

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Unpacking the Political Ties Behind Ridgewood Public Schools’ Legal Team and the State Democrat Party

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Ridgewood NJ, In a town known for its high-achieving school district, a different kind of conversation is emerging: the intersection of Ridgewood Public Schools and New Jersey politics. Residents are questioning the influence of a politically-connected law firm, Cleary, Giacobbe, Alfieri, Jacobs, LLC, and its ties to the state’s Democratic Party on the district’s administration and future.

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Trenton Democrats Block GOP Energy Relief Plan as NJ Families Face 20% Electric Bill Hike

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TRENTON, NJ — August 2025: As New Jersey families brace for a 20% spike in electricity bills, Senate Republicans pushed for a series of amendments aimed at lowering costs and holding regulators accountable. But Trenton Democrats struck down the proposals, sparking frustration among lawmakers who say families are being left to struggle under failed energy policies.

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Green New Deal Fades as Voter Support Shifts Toward Fossil Fuels and Energy Freedom in New Jersey

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Ridgewood, NJ — Once a rallying cry for progressive climate policy, the Green New Deal is now becoming a political liability for many Democrats. President Joe Biden once hailed it as a hallmark of his first term, but as President Trump works to dismantle much of its agenda, many on the Left are quietly stepping away from the once-celebrated plan.

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