New Jersey Politics: Who’s Got the Upper Hand?
So, there’s this new poll out there by Emerson College Polling/PIX11/The Hill, and it’s got some interesting findings about the Democratic primary in New Jersey. Apparently, 28% of Democratic Primary voters are all in for Rep. Mikie Sherrill. But wait, it doesn’t stop there – we’ve also got Mayor Steven Fulop, Mayor Ras Baraka, and Rep. Josh Gottheimer each with 11% of the support. And let’s not forget about Sean Spiller with 10% and Steve Sweeney with 5%. Oh, and a whopping 24% of voters are still scratching their heads, unsure of who to back.
Now, what’s up with Rep. Sherrill’s sudden rise in popularity? Well, according to Spencer Kimball, the executive director of Emerson College Polling, it seems like she’s really locking in the support of voters over 50, with 33% on her side. And hey, college-educated primary voters are also feeling the Sherrill vibe, with 31% backing her. Looks like she’s making some moves.
And on the Republican side of things, former 2021 gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli seems to be the frontrunner, with 44% of the support. Bill Spadea and Jon Bramnick are trailing behind with 18% and 8% respectively. But hey, let’s not forget about the 23% of voters who are still on the fence, undecided about who to root for.
Now, let’s talk Trump. It seems like he’s got a bit of a love-hate relationship with New Jersey voters, with 47% approving of him and 47% giving him the side-eye. As for Governor Phil Murphy, well, he’s sitting at a 40% job approval rating, but 45% of folks aren’t too happy with him. It’s a mixed bag, really.
When it comes to the next Governor of New Jersey, it looks like most voters want someone who’s ready to go toe-to-toe with Trump. But hey, there’s a significant chunk of Republicans who are all about cozying up to the man. And let’s not forget about the independents, who seem to be leaning more towards teaming up with Trump. It’s a real political showdown in the Garden State.
And what’s on voters’ minds? Well, surprise, surprise – the economy takes the cake, with 45% of folks naming it as the top issue. Housing affordability, threats to democracy, and immigration policy are also on the radar. Looks like pocketbook issues are going to be front and center in the gubernatorial race. And hey, immigration might just become a hot topic too, especially with voters torn between supporting Trump’s deportation policy and worrying about the impact of tariffs on the economy.
But wait, there’s more. It turns out that a good chunk of voters think that Trump’s deportation efforts have actually made their communities safer. And hey, there’s even some support for the recent arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka for stirring up trouble at an immigration detention facility. It’s a mixed bag of opinions out there.
And let’s not forget about the chaos at Newark Airport. Seems like most folks are keeping a close eye on things, especially with all the air traffic control issues. But who’s to blame for all the mess? Well, depending on who you ask, it could be the Trump administration, the FAA, the Biden administration, or even Congress. It’s a real blame game out there.
So, there you have it – New Jersey politics at its finest. With the primary just around the corner, it’s anyone’s game. Stay tuned for more drama, more polls, and more political showdowns. It’s going to be one heck of a ride.
