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Murphy stumps for Kennedy, promising a caring congresswoman

September 17, 2020 2:53 pm

Gov. Phil Murphy dropped in to boost Amy Kennedy’s congressional bid Thursday. The governor joined Kennedy and Wildwood Mayor Pete Byron for the House candidate’s pitch on infrastructure investments needed in the second congressional district, though he was more focused...

Kennedy expecting help from family but not relying on it

September 17, 2020 2:24 pm

Amy Kennedy expects to her bid to oust Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-Dennis) to get a boost from her extended family, but she’s not relying on that. “I’m hoping to get help not just from my extended family but from...

Kennedy not concerned about backlash over Trump criticisms

September 17, 2020 2:07 pmSeptember 17, 2020 5:33 pm

Democratic House candidate Amy Kennedy isn’t concerned that her criticism of President Donald Trump could prompt backlash from voters in the second district. “I think that it’s really important that people know I’m looking to deliver for the district,” she...

Kennedy launches new TV spot, first radio ad

September 16, 2020 3:18 pmSeptember 16, 2020 3:18 pm

House candidate Amy Kennedy a second television ad and her first general election radio ad Wednesday. Kennedy narrates the 30-second TV spot, title “Real Solutions,” and is depicted speaking with masked constituents as she urges lower healthcare costs and continuing...

Joe Biden endorses Amy Kennedy for Congress

September 15, 2020 9:02 amSeptember 15, 2020 10:34 am

Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden today endorsed Amy Kennedy for Congress in New Jersey’s 2nd district. The former vice president has been making selective endorsements in key congressional races recently. While he’ll be running on a ticket with all Democrats,...

Hurley: Fitzherbert out of freeholder race, will back Balles

September 14, 2020 8:45 pm

Two days after entering the race for Atlantic County Freeholder, Brian Fitzherbert is dropping out, according to Harry Hurley of WPG Talk Radio. Hurley said Fitzherbert capitulated after a meeting today with Egg Harbor Township Mayor Sonny McCullough, a former...

Debt-ridden ex-congressional candidate enters Atlantic freeholder race

September 12, 2020 9:13 amSeptember 12, 2020 11:03 am

Still in search of a public office after two unsuccessful bids for Congress, Brian Fitzherbert has lowered his sights and has entered the race for Atlantic County Freeholder. Fitzherbert will challenge former Sheriff Frank X. Balles at a special election...