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One For The Books: $125M Library Bond Issue On November Ballot
If the bond sale is approved, it will be the first sizable chunk of money NJ libraries have gotten since $45M grant program almost 20 years ago
A Deep Dive Into Tax Policy
Taxes present an obstacle for legislators. It is one of the most common subjects that arises in a campaign and remains on one’s agenda long after the election is over. I suspect that one of the reasons that it evokes such emotion is that it affects most people. You work, play by the rules and then see that portion of your money gone from your paycheck. It can make you wince, and even if you don’t pay taxes, you feel its impact on everything from services to infrastructure.
Lawmakers Wary Of Christie's Plan To Shift Addiction, Mental Health Services
Expert cited in Christie’s controversial reorganization plan calls it a ‘real opportunity for New Jersey’
Opposition Grows To Latest National GOP Healthcare Plan
More than just a struggle for healthcare, U.S. Sen. Cory Booker calls it a fight for 'values central to our democracy'
A Different Kind Of Summer Reading List
While taking the time the other day to sort through a staple of newspapers and magazines, I came across an article devoted to a summer reading list. It’s a good idea because it exposes everyone to a different reading experience that you might not otherwise consider.
Draft Water Plan Leaves Critics Dissatisfied On Several Key Fronts
The plan, they contend, doesn’t do enough to anticipate crises, head off likely deficits, and address water-quality issues, like lead in drinking supplies
Getting A Read On $125 Million Library Bond Ballot Question
Advocates argue that Garden State libraries need to catch up on technologies like the Internet, but opponents claim the state is ‘already drowning in debt’
The Integrity Of The Voting Process
Friends:
The integrity of our election system is one which we must all safeguard. No matter our political affiliation, ensuring that American citizens have unfettered access to the ballot box is essential to our democracy. That's why the actions of President Trump's Election Integrity Commission are so troubling.