But Democrat Belgard and Republican MacArthur do have a few surprising points of agreement

On everything from public policy to personal style, Democratic incumbent Booker and GOP challenger Bell are worlds apart

Republican Lance now stresses moderate views, while Democratic opponent Kovach argues his record shows he’s moved to the right

Norcross continues to widen lead and fill coffers, while Cobb argues his foe is engaging in political overkill and is out of touch with real ...

New Jersey’s rules and regulations for eligibility to cast ballots are relatively easy and straightforward

Democrat Scolavino faces uphill struggle against Smith, who is running for 17th Congressional term

The Garden State is grabbing some attention during the run-up to November 4, including for some surprisingly expensive races

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With race in 3rd Congressional District too close to call, candidates turn to immigration, same-sex marriage to sway undecided voters

Siphoning off $4 billion from corporate taxes would drain budget, decimate staff at state Department of Environmental Protection

Voters have consistently backed preservation programs -- but will NJ’s economic woes change their minds?

Should money be spent to address other needs? Or is preservation of open space and historic structures worth the price?

Assembly plans to post measure Monday that would use corporate business tax to establish stable source of funding for popular program

Cancelled Assembly session last chance for measure unless lawmakers take it up in time for early August deadline

If lower chamber doesn't act, voters will not be able to consider constitutional amendment come next Election Day

Sizable majority favor scheme, but proposed constitutional amendment can't gain traction in Assembly

Another push to get constitutional amendment for a stable source of funding on ballot, right before Legislature breaks for summer recess

Proposed constitutional amendment would dedicate portion of corporate business tax to provide long-sought stable source of funding for open-space efforts

Most contests fail to ignite voter interest, Democrats and Republicans alike stayed home and sat on their hands