The Issues

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Ethics. Hudson County government is an embarrassment to New Jersey. Six Jersey City employees were arrested, one State Assemblyman, and the Commissioner of New Jersey Community Affairs – formerly of Bayonne – was asked to resign amidst the largest anti-corruption sting in state history. Should any elected official resign, the Hudson County Democratic Organization will personally choose his or her replacement, thus perpetuating the cycle of abuse and deceit.

As a newcomer, I refuse to accept this sorry state of affairs. Hudson County deserves better government than it has so far received: clean, ethical and transparent government. Join me and other independent candidates in eliminating corrupt government and introducing positive change.

Education. The district’s public education system is broken. Charter schools by far are the most successful educational choices, by providing parents and students with quality education at a fraction of the cost of regular public schools. I will work with Trenton to promote charter schools as a viable alternative to costly and inefficient public schooling. All children in this district, regardless of ethnicity or income should be provided with a quality education that will prepare them for the future.

Economy. Under the incumbents’ watch, Hudson County’s unemployment rate has almost doubled since 2007, jumping from 5.3% to 10.3%. Drastic action is needed to bring jobs and employment back to District 31. This includes cutting the costs of doing business in Hudson County, attracting employers, expanding local industries, streamline state requirements for small businesses and promote this area as a great place to do business.