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New Jersey
Chris Christie’s Tunnel Tango
What happened to the money after the New Jersey governor killed a commuter rail tunnel?
What Chris Christie Didn’t Say at His Campaign Kickoff
The New Jersey governor pledges to tell it like it is, but his fiscal record and rhetoric don't line up.
New Jersey Sen. Robert Menendez Should Withdraw From Leadership If He Faces Charges
The top Democrat in the Senate on foreign policy should not be someone scheduled to face criminal charges for political corruption.
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Behind New Jersey’s Tobacco Bond Bailout, A Hedge Fund’s $100 Million Payday
When New Jersey bailed out some of its tobacco bonds, the state gave up $400 million in future revenues to pocket $92 million immediately.
Voters Have Opportunity to Fix New Jersey’s Broken Bail System
Bail reform is on the ballot in New Jersey.
Is New Jersey Fudging Its Pension Fund Results to Defuse a Christie Scandal?
Either New Jersey is utterly incompetent at record-keeping, which would be a violation of its fiduciary duty, or something stinks to high heaven.
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Flipping Schools: The Hidden Forces Behind New Jersey Education Reform
In New Jersey, Chris Christie justifies charter school growth on the basis of fair competition and parent demand. But behind the scenes, budget austerity and little-known development incentives have …
New Jersey Assembly Passes Major Bail Reform Legislation Which Now Moves to Governor Christie’s Desk for Signature
Two-year battle for bail reform culminates in comprehensive legislation that will promote justice, fairness and public safety.
Newark Mayoral Election: Street Fight 2014
A mayoral election in Newark, New Jersey becomes a battle for the soul of the city.
New Jersey State Senator Announces Plans to Introduce Marijuana Legalization Bill
New Jersey's current marijuana laws are unfair, unpopular and wasteful.