More endorsements show Carstarphen as likely Moran successor in Camden

Three Democrats who represent the City of Camden in the New Jersey Legislature today endorsed Vic Carstarphen for mayor.

“Vic is a natural leader who unites people. From his legendary Camden High championship basketball-playing and coaching days, to mentoring thousands of Camden youth, Vic will be the leader who brings our youthful city together,” said State Sen. Nilsa Cruz-Perez (D-Barrington) and Assemblymen William Spearman (D-Camden) and Bill Moen (D-Camden).

Carstarphen has quickly emerged as the leading contender to replace Mayor Frank Moran, who said on Friday that he will resign on April 30 for health reasons.

Carstarphen, a local basketball legend, spent ten years as a Camden Board of Education member and is now in his second year as a city councilman.