Latina Civic PAC backs Mikie Sherrill for governor

The Latina Civic PAC has recommended Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-Montclair) for the Democratic nomination for governor, giving the four-term congresswoman the support of a statewide group with an ability to raise money and influence votes.

“We’re supporting Mikie because she is battle tested — she has a strong track record of standing up to Trump and Musk, and an innovative plan to lower costs, expand access to safe and affordable housing, and build opportunities for working families in our state,” stated Noemi Velazquez, chair of Latina Civic PAC’s Endorsements Committee.  “Mikie has also long demonstrated her commitment to increasing representation in New Jersey by working hard to elect Latino candidates and women from all backgrounds up and down the ballot.”

The non-partisan Latina Civic PAC seeks to engage Latinas in the political process and increase their numbers in elected and appointed offices.

Four candidates sought the group’s endorsement: Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop, Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-Tenafly), and Sherrill.

“The Latino community will have a seat at the table as I work to better support small business owners, so they have the resources they need to succeed, and as we work together to address the disparities with state contracts to Latino businesses,” said Sherrill.  “And with the chaos and cruelty coming from Trump’s Washington, we’ll work together to protect the Constitution, our rights and freedoms, and the rule of law as we chart a different path forward here in New Jersey.”

Velazquez is a Jersey City school board president who mounted an unsuccessful bid for the State Assembly as an independent in the 31st district in 2023.