Tag: Governor
Former Governor and EPA Head Whitman Speaks to Brookdale Students
It’s not often the public is offered an inside glimpse into what it is like to run a state or national agency. But last week, Brookdale Community College professor of political science Jonathan Moschberger hosted Christine Todd Whitman, former New Jersey governor and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator under President George W. Bush, for a deep-dive into her career.
A Historic Clash of Governors in 1679
New Jersey and New York have, at times, had a contentious relationship. It is usually the result of issues, like raising commuter taxes, determining which state can claim ownership of the Statue of Liberty, or that Staten Island secession movement.
Murphy’s Mental Health Services Plan Imperils Local Program
At a time when young people are struggling with mental health issues at unprecedented rates, a state plan to eliminate school-based mental health services and replace them with regional alternatives is eliciting outrage from educators, students and elected officials locally and around the state.
COVID Update: In-Person Graduations OK’d by Governor
By Allison Perrine
NEW JERSEY – One month into the state’s gradual reopening and economic recovery, Gov. Phil Murphy declared...
Phil Murphy Sworn In As New Jersey Governor
By Jay Cook |
As Gov. Philip D. Murphy recited the oath of office earlier this week before the same bible President John F. Kennedy...
Middletown’s Phil Murphy Runs For Governor
Democrat To Focus On Economy
By John Burton
MIDDLETOWN – It’s about a year-and-a-half away before New Jersey residents cast a vote for their next governor and...