Leaguewide retirement of No. 23 seems unlikely Nov 15, 2009
LeBron James throws chalk dust into the air before a game against the New Jersey Nets in East Rutherford, N.J. on Nov. 18, 2008. James wants NBA players to give up their No. 23s to honor of Michael Jordan. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Obama: Domestic Spending Cuts in Next Budget Nov 15, 2009
Exit polls from elections earlier this month showed clear majorities of Virginia and New Jersey voters said they were worried about the direction of the nation's economy. In both states, Republicans won gubernatorial seats that had been held by Democrats. (Newsmax)
GOP says Giffords, others are vulnerable Nov 15, 2009
With GOP leaders touting off-year victories in the New Jersey and Virginia gubernatorial races as signs of momentum nationally, party leaders at the state level are looking to make up ground they lost in 2006 and 2008, when Democrats pulled even and then ahead in Arizona s U.S. House of Representatives delegation ... However, Fred Solop, political science department chair at Northern Arizona University, said the New Jersey and Virginia races shouldn t be used to declare a national swing. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Mission impossible:an independent's campaign Nov 15, 2009
Unlike those who sought office as independents before him, Daggett was a credible candidate who offered a centrist, pragmatic platform to address New Jersey's tax and public spending issues, in particular ... NEW JERSEY WEATHER Newark, NJ ... 2009 New Jersey On-Line LLC. All Rights Reserved. (NJ.com -- Times)
Hutchison won't resign seat before Texas primary Nov 14, 2009
The Democratic Governors Association says it is making Connecticut one of its top priorities in the 2010 elections, hoping to pickup a gubernatorial seat there after losing New Jersey and Virginia earlier this month ... The Democratic Governors Association says it is making Connecticut one of its top priorities in the 2010 elections, hoping to pickup a gubernatorial seat there after losing New Jersey and Virginia earlier this month. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Obama eyes spending freeze Nov 14, 2009
But the bad results for Democrats independent voters that were central to Obama's winning coalition last year voted roughly 3 to 1 for GOP gubernatorial candidates in Virginia and New Jersey appear to have added urgency to the deficit-cutting drive. Independents, pollsters say, tend to be more concerned about the deficit than other voters and getting them back in the Democratic column is crucial to the party' chances in midterm congressional elections. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Mead explores bid for governor Nov 14, 2009
During his speech, Mead cited the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the recession, and the recent GOP gubernatorial wins in Virginia and New Jersey as reasons voters want the nation to take a different direction than the one offered by the Obama administration and the Democratic-controlled Congress. In response to a question, Mead also said he believes in the principles of the state GOP's platform, but that does not mean he will literally agree with every word of it. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Voters Want Green ... In Their Wallets Nov 13, 2009
Obviously, this regional issue didnt garner as much national interest as the gubernatorial elections in New Jersey and Virginia, or the mayoral races in New York, Atlanta and Houston, or a surprising near-win by an unknown third party challenger in a hotly-contested New York Congressional race. Nonetheless, it stands out as another compelling affirmation of the new direction America is taking if only American politicians would listen. (Townhall.com)
Election 2009: Change I Can Believe In! Nov 13, 2009
Astoundingly, Jon Corzine, the incumbent governor of heavily Democratic New Jersey -- a state that Barack Obama won by 16 points just a year ago -- lost by 5 points ... Just two days before the election, Obama was at a rally in New Jersey assuring voters that Corzine was "one of the best partners I have in the White House. We work together. ... Jon Corzine helped get this done." ... The good news: Next time Corzine is in a major car accident after speeding on the New Jersey Turnpike, he'll be... (Human Events Online)
Matt Ingoglia: Wishful thinking Nov 13, 2009
This should be obvious, but nothing about the 2009 elections indicates any sort of "collapsed majority." While I don't dispute that my party took a serious drubbing in Virginia and my home state of New Jersey, it's important to remember that off-year electorates always have, and always will, differ greatly from the crowds that elect presidents ... Likewise, New Jersey's election focused on local issues to which the national Republican Party seems oblivious. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Winning margin in NY House 23 race tightens Nov 13, 2009
President Barack Obama's political influence a year after his election is being tested as voters cast ballots in Virginia and New Jersey, two states he's worked hard to keep in Democratic hands. A handful 0000229C of congressional and mayoral races and a same-sex union initative also are among the featured face-offs this Election Day. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Conflict over NJ town name resolved _ for now Nov 13, 2009
WOODLAND PARK, N.J. -- A decades-long conflict among residents of a small New Jersey community over what their town should be called has been resolved - for now, at least. The borough of Woodland Park - formerly known as West Paterson - sealed its new name in a referendum on Nov. 3. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Student employee sues directors for conflict-of-interest charges Nov 13, 2009
Becker said Reilly is in the Board of Directors of the New Jersey Credit Union League, which has a marketing agreement with Fynanz. They compensate the league for promoting their private student loan program. (The Daily Targum, NJ)
Post-war decade planted seeds for campus growth Nov 13, 2009
It really solidified our relationship with the state of New Jersey, he said ... The New Jersey College of Women renamed Douglass College in 1955 remained exclusively for women until the University became co-ed in the 1970s, Frusciano said. (The Daily Targum, NJ)
U. to fix potholes after student drivers complain Nov 13, 2009
New Jersey is just filled with potholes. Until they are repaired, Weinstein said students should abide by the number one pothole-avoiding behavior when driving: pay attention. (The Daily Targum, NJ)
PERRY/Dems join GOP Nov 12, 2009
Republican victories this month to sweep elections in Virginia, and defeat the mulit-millionaire incumbent and former U.S. Senator in New Jersey, show the rumors of the Republican Party's death have been greatly exaggerated. In Mississippi, several locally elected Democratic officials joined the GOP last week. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Weird news: Southerners love their health insurance Nov 12, 2009
12:00 pm November 11, 2009, by ctucker. I love my native South, but I don t always understand it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Lowden Shows Up Nevada Nov 12, 2009
Perhaps that real thing will indeed be a little showy, or at least remniscent of the plan she cooked up for McCain; as a longtime resident of Las Vegas, she was a former Miss New Jersey and runner up to Miss America. She anchored the nightly news in Las Vegas for over a decade, during which she was both married and gave birth to her two children live, on air. (Townhall.com)
GALLUP: Republicans Edge Ahead of Democrats in 2010 Vote... Nov 12, 2009
The Nov. 5-8 update comes just after Republican victories in the New Jersey and Virginia gubernatorial elections, which saw Republicans replace Democrats as governors of those states. As was the case in last Tuesday's gubernatorial elections, independents are helping the Republicans' cause. (The Drudge Report)
Kondracke: Will Reid Decide on Reconciliation to Get Health Care Bill? Nov 12, 2009
Local conditions surely dominated in the Virginia and New Jersey gubernatorial races, but Republicans won largely because independent voters who supported Obama in 2008 supported the GOP in 2009. And almost every poll indicates that Obama s approval ratings are plummeting as is approval for most of his policies. (Roll Call)
Democrats Face Pros and Cons in Nationalizing 2010 Races Nov 12, 2009
The senior White House adviser admitted that low turnout among base Democratic voters contributed to the party s gubernatorial losses in Virginia and New Jersey last week ... Obama campaigned with incumbent Gov. Jon Corzine (D) in New Jersey until the very end. (Roll Call)
Prescription for Victory Nov 12, 2009
HANNITY: It didn't work in New Jersey. LUNTZ: It didn't work in New Jersey. (Fox News)
NFL lineman considering run for Congress Nov 12, 2009
A slew of New Jersey state lawmakers and other local figures are considering a run against Adler, a Blue Dog serving in a Republican leaning district. The southern New Jersey district is widely seen as a potential pickup for the Republicans in 2010. (TheHill.com)
Community demands changes to intersection Nov 11, 2009
Latino Leadership Alliance of New Jersey President Martin Perez, left, addresses the crowd at Mondays candlelight vigil in memory of 15-year-old George Coleman Jr., who was killed Oct. 19 while crossing the intersection of Route 18 North and Commercial Avenue ... Latino Leadership Alliance of New Jersey President Martin Perez said there needs to be a pedestrian bridge to protect those crossing, and pointed out that the speed limit signs along Route 18 still remain blank, with no speed limit... (The Daily Targum, NJ)
The Myth of the Moderate Democrat Nov 11, 2009
They could not and would not read the handwriting on the walls of New Jersey and Virginia, and are about to suffer the fate of their ancestors in 1994 who disregarded similar warnings. . (Townhall.com)
11 comments Nov 11, 2009
went even further, saying it is "nonsense" to suggest that the New Jersey and Virginia results represent a referendum on President Obama and that Democrats should try harder to make sure they "deliver on the promises of the last election.". Well, that could be news to the more than 4 in 10 Virginia voters stating in their exit poll responses that their views of Obama -- pro and con -- factored into their choices; a similar number responded the same way in New Jersey. (Human Events Online)
PAUL KRUGMAN: Obama agenda too cautious Nov 11, 2009
The elections for governor in Virginia and New Jersey are seen by some as the first voter verdicts on Obama's presidency and a possible sign of trouble for the Democrats' large majorities in Congress ... Already-skittish moderate Democrats in Congress got fresh reasons Wednesday to worry about their votes on economic and health care legislation from the election results in Virginia and New Jersey ... Independents who swept Barack Obama to a historic 2008 victory broke big for Republicans on... (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Lexington: Republicans, riven but resurgent Nov 11, 2009
Chris Christie and Bob McDonnell, the governors-elect of New Jersey and Virginia, are both social conservatives. But during the campaign, they talked about roads, schools and taxes. (The Economist)
Opinion: GOP too giddy? Nov 11, 2009
GOP victors in Virginia and New Jersey didn't campaign on national issues, he says ... Princeton, New Jersey (CNN) -- Republicans have been downright giddy following the off-year elections in Virginia and New Jersey ... Just as important, there is a major disconnect between the kinds of ideas the national Republican leadership has focused on and the kind of pragmatic, centrist campaigns that the Republicans in Virginia and New Jersey ran on. (CNN)
Cahill says he rebuffedrequest to be Baker’s No. 2 Nov 11, 2009
The election in New Jersey just showed that third-party candidates can t win and are bound to come in third, especially if you have a lack of fund-raising, which Cahill s first two months running for governor have demonstrated. In New Jersey, Republican Christopher Christie beat incumbent Jon Corzine, becoming the first Republican to win statewide office in 12 years. (Boston Globe)
Will Snowe melt under heat from GOP base? Nov 11, 2009
Obozo won by the same percentage in New Jersey and you might want to check and see what happened to that pinko. You re all gonna be gone no matter what name you hide behind. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
AP-GfK Poll: A grouchy public sticking with Obama Nov 11, 2009
The findings underscore just how quickly the political environment can change, a lesson for out-of-power Republicans who are buzzing with energy after booting Democrats from rule in Virginia and New Jersey governors' races last week. It was just over a year ago that Obama won the White House in an electoral landslide and Democrats padded their congressional majorities. (Albany Times Union)
Conn. governor's departure gives Dems hope Nov 11, 2009
The Democratic Governors Association says it is making Connecticut one of its top priorities in the 2010 elections, hoping to pickup a gubernatorial seat there after losing New Jersey and Virginia earlier this month. Connecticut hasn't had a Democratic governor since William O'Neill left office in 1991. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Candidates funding campaigns more Nov 10, 2009
New Jersey Democratic Gov. lost re-election last week despite spending $22. 6 million of his own money. (USA Today)
Social Issues Still Count! Nov 10, 2009
The election results (New Jersey and Virginia gubernatorial races) and the battle over healthcare show that the nations interest in social issues has not waned. New coalitions are forming around the pivotal legislative concerns of our day. (Townhall.com)
David Denby: “The Messenger” and “The Box.” Nov 10, 2009
The movie was shot in suburban New Jersey, where the men stiffly approach modest wood-frame houses. They make six calls in all, spread throughout the movie, and the response to each is different. (New Yorker)
Park County Sheriff Scott Steward explains to the county commissioners and local car dealers Tuesday why he purchased six new vehicles in New Jersey without seeking local bids. Nov 10, 2009
Park County Sheriff Scott Steward explains to the county commissioners and local car dealers Tuesday why he purchased six new vehicles in New Jersey without seeking local bids ... Steward acknowledged he violated a year-old county automobile policy, that he helped create, by purchasing six Dodge Durangos for 23,098 each through a New Jersey dealer rather than approaching any local dealers first, as the policy dictates ... Cruise wrote on Nov 5, 2009 6:44 PM:" I'm sure the freight from the New... (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Christie victory reflects voters' push for change Nov 10, 2009
As New Jersey and Virginia voters elected Republican Governors-elect Chris Christie and Bob McDonnell last week, several media sources have said the elections could be a public referendum on President Barack Obama s popularity ... But many New Jersey voters did not feel the election of Christie was a sign of waning Obama support ... The New Jersey election was about incumbent Gov. Jon S. Corzine and the state s poor economy, not Obama, said Eagleton Institute of Politics Associate Director John... (The Daily Targum, NJ)
At the heart of our problems:the dissolution of the family Nov 10, 2009
Throughout the middle and upper classes in New Jersey, as in every other state in the union, divorce has pulverized family life ... A much more severe problem of family collapse -- actually, family extinction -- is found in Newark, Trenton, Camden, and other New Jersey cities ... Indeed, New Jersey's major cities are the most unlivable in the nation, and this fact warrants no political comment. (NJ.com -- Times)
Forum: The end of an era that never began Nov 10, 2009
Defeated New Jersey Gov. Jon Corzine was personally unpopular (let's all forget that the White House tried to turn the race into a referendum on Obama's agenda). In fact, what is sad is not the spin war. (Athens Banner-Herald)
What's 'V' really about? Nov 10, 2009
That's as unconvincing as the "Don't vote for the fat guy" ad in New Jersey ... That's as unconvincing as the "Don't vote for the fat guy" ad in New Jersey. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Hannity's America Nov 10, 2009
com about what the results in Virginia and New Jersey mean for their future ... Alabama Congressman Parker Griffith told Politico, "I should be nervous," and New Jersey Congressman Bill Pascrell said, "People who had weak knees before are going to have weaker knees now." ... Republican leaders have quickly sought to cast their gubernatorial victories in New Jersey and Virginia as the beginning of a resurgence for their party and a sign of trouble for President Obama while the White House argues... (Fox News)
Mallahan concedes Seattle mayor race; McGinn wins Nov 10, 2009
-Chris Christie, a Republican former U.S. attorney, unseated New Jersey Democratic Gov. Jon Corzine, a billionaire former Wall Street executive. Latino voters key for Dem rivals in Texas showdown. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
'Pelosicare' Vote Is Political Suicide Nov 10, 2009
Looking at the results of the elections in New Jersey and Virginia, Gillespie says, Its clear that independent voters have really moved away from the Obama administrations spending and debt. "Theres a lot of concern out there over government intervention into our economy, whether its on healthcare or energy or the banks or the autos, and that put some wind to Governor-elect [Chris] Christie and McDonnells backs, which was good. They also had positive agendas, and in New Jersey you had the... (Newsmax)
Did county issues help unseat incumbents? Nov 10, 2009
As far as his loss being part of a perceived trend in the political races in other states, including New Jersey where an incumbent Democrat lost to a Republican, McGivney doesn t feel it applies to him. He said while many voters are satisfied with President Barack Obama s job performance there were some concerned with the health care debate. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Devil's Dictionary of Healthcare Reform Nov 10, 2009
Blue Dogs -- Democratic members of the House who desperately wish someone would pet them following the election results in New Jersey and Virginia; Congressmen who wish Nancy Pelosi would throw them a bone. Bronze (or Basic) Plans -- The government s way to stigmatize American citizens who cannot afford enhanced or premium , much less Cadillac plans; America s next victim group whose votes the Democratic Party will try to buy with free upgrades , rather like a cable TV company. (Human Events Online)
Read the 'Cost of Freedom' recap Nov 10, 2009
In Focus: GOP Wins in New Jersey and Virginia; Unions Lose in America ... Unions tried just about everything to help Democrats keep the governorships in New Jersey and Virginia, even a "knock and drag" strategy ... Quentin Hardy: The unions lost in New Jersey, perhaps. (Fox News)
Move the country forward, or else Nov 9, 2009
AMERICANS CAN have short memory spans, but the voters of New Jersey and Virginia set a new record for economic amnesia last Tuesday ... The Democrats have had only nine months to clean up the mess, with Republicans fighting them at every turn, yet New Jersey and Virginia elected Republicans governor because of economic concerns. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Work together to save fundamental freedoms Nov 9, 2009
Jarl wrote on Nov 8, 2009 8:03 PM:" HMM, Democreeps lost 2 governorships last week and one of them (New Jersey) hadn't had a republican governor in over 50 years.... Looks bad for democraps in 2010 and 2012. Once again, republicans will have to clean up the dumocrats mess. R.I.P. democreeps. ". Wos wrote on Nov 8, 2009 5:33 PM:" I think Bush and company was successful in perverting the Constitution. It amazes me how blind the far right are. You have disassembled the Republican Party with all... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
The Beacon Staff Nov 9, 2009
PACKETONLINE News Classifieds Entertainment Business - Princeton and Central New Jersey 2009 ... I know that people living in New Jersey aren't supposed to defend themselves but I don't think this or other alternative scenario should be shrugged off. (Lawrence Ledger, NJ)
Read Chris Wallace's interview Nov 9, 2009
I mean, the historic reversals that Democrats saw in just 12 months in New Jersey and Virginia, again, was an effort by the American people to send a message to this party that they're tired of the borrowing, the spending, the bailouts, the takeovers ... And when you look at New Jersey, the president won New Jersey by 16 percent 12 months ago ... Republicans won in a landslide in Virginia, won narrowly in New Jersey. (Fox News)
Get Serious, Sarah Nov 9, 2009
Much will be said in the coming weeks about Sarah Palin and the Republican Party-- especially after the Democratic "upset" in the Congressional race in New Yorks 23rd District and the over-the-top" Republican gubernatorial wins in Virginia and New Jersey. First, Palin will not leave the Republican Party. As independent-minded and anti-establishment as she is, says Villanova Universitys Lara Brown, she seems to understand well one of my favorite quotes from political scientist... (Townhall.com)
Hillel finds home at former fraternity site Nov 9, 2009
In total, the project will cost $15 million, which will come from private donors from New Jersey s Jewish community, including parents and University alumni, Getraer said. Ten million dollars will cover the cost of construction, and the remaining funds will be put toward the purchase of the property and an endowment for facility maintenance. (The Daily Targum, NJ)
Freewheeling Young Voters Scare Both Parties Nov 9, 2009
In November 2008, 658,000 Americans under 30 voted in New Jersey and 782,000 did so in Virginia. In November 2009, 212,000 Americans under 30 voted in New Jersey and 198,000 did so in Virginia ... In other words, young-voter turnout this year was down two-thirds in New Jersey and three-quarters in Virginia. (Townhall.com)
Health-Care Passes the House, But Now Comes the Really Hard Part Nov 9, 2009
Rob Andrews, a New Jersey Democrat, told reporters after the meeting ... The vote came the same week as Democrats lost the Virginia and New Jersey governors' mansions, and a day after the Labor Department reported a 26-year record unemployment rate of 10. (Time.com)
The Underlying Meaning of Elections 2009 Nov 9, 2009
But the victories of Chris Christie in New Jersey and Bob McDonnell in Virginia are much more troublesome for the left ... President Obama spoke at five Corzine events in New Jersey, stressing Corzines support for the presidents stimulus package and health care reform legislation ... Marriage not only won in Maine, it won in New Jersey and Virginia as well because the two candidates for governor, Christie and McConnell are strong pro-life, pro-marriage, pro-family conservatives. (Townhall.com)
Calif. Dems Angry Brown is Sole Choice for Gov. Nov 9, 2009
One warning sign for Boxer, Schnur said, is evident in the 17-point gap between Obama's approval rating and hers, raising the question of whether Obama can "provide longer coattails for the Senate next year than he has for governor." Democrats running for governor in New Jersey and Virginia last week both lost, including incumbent New Jersey Democrat Jon Corzine. 2009 Reuters. (Newsmax)
2010 elections: Democratic fears, GOP hopes Nov 9, 2009
Although Democrats have a popular president on their side, there are limits to Obama's clout; Democratic gubernatorial candidates in New Jersey and Virginia lost last week even though he campaigned for them. Republicans hope to pick up seats by harnessing the sour public mood and voter wariness over Obama's policies. (MSNBC -- Politics)
GOP says Dems put agenda ahead of country Nov 9, 2009
Mike Pence of Indiana, the No. 3 House GOP leader, pointing to GOP victories in gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey last week ... Democrats argue that the races in Virginia and New Jersey turned on state issues rather than national concerns. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Republicans seek a path to revival Nov 9, 2009
4: RNC chairman Michael Steele discusses the GOP's triumphs in Virginia and New Jersey, and responds to a grilling from Lawrence O'Donnell ... With gubernatorial victories by Robert F. McDonnell in Virginia and Chris Christie in New Jersey, Republicans today are more energized than at any time since the early months of 2005, when there was talk of a durable GOP majority in the wake of President George W. Bush's reelection. (MSNBC -- Politics)
"The September Issue" Nov 8, 2009
"You want to know why I look at you? Because you have a beautiful heart and you are gullible as hell. You will believe anything. And that is the worst type of person to be in 2008 living in Newark, New Jersey.". Meanwhile, Jayda's boyfriend Creep, who still hangs out with his fellow Cripps gang members, says he doesn't want to be living in Newark at all. (Salon)
Centrist Democrats beware! Nov 8, 2009
The gubernatorial elections Tuesday in Virginia and New Jersey were, for Democrats in swing districts, either a nightmare or a wake-up call, depending upon their state of wakefulness ... In New Jersey, a deep "blue" state Mr. Obama won by 15 percentage points, Republican Chris Christie ousted Democratic Gov. Jon Corzine (who outspent him by more than three to one), 49 percent to 45 percent, with independent Chris Daggett winning 6 percent ... You remember that four years ago, when Democrats won... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
D.C.'s 'Failure To Launch' National Health Care Policy Nov 8, 2009
According to Zirkelbach, Delaware and Oklahoma draw the line at age 18, but it's 22 for North Dakota; 24 in Indiana, South Dakota and Tennessee; 25 in 13 states; and, age 30 in four states, including New Jersey. Also, states have different criteria dealing with residency. (Townhall.com)
Obama to attend Hood memorial Nov 8, 2009
He told lawmakers that the hardships members of the military make for the country are what sacrifice really is, said to Representative Robert Andrews, Democrat of New Jersey, as opposed to casting a vote that might lose an election for you. The president asked for patience while officials piece together what happened Thursday in Texas. (Boston Globe)
Democrats forget how they were toward Bush Nov 8, 2009
" to You Lost wrote on Nov 6, 2009 6:40 PM:" UMMM, Looks like the party of "NO" just kicked yer butt in the Virginia and New Jersey governors election and New Jersey hasn't had a republican governor in over 50 years. until now. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
