John Armato Archives - Page 2 of 12

Both parties angle for a clean sweep in the 2nd legislative district

August 17, 2021 5:19 pm

New Jersey’s 2nd legislative district, covering most of Atlantic County and anchored by Atlantic City and Egg Harbor Township, is a district accustomed to divided representation. Since 2017, the district has elected a Republican to the State Senate – first...

With Diane Allen as LG pick, Republicans foresee boost in state legislative races

August 3, 2021 5:36 pm

With Jack Ciattarelli picking former State Sen. Diane Allen as his running mate, the Republican nominee for governor no doubt hopes South Jersey will appreciate that he chose one of their own for his gubernatorial ticket – the first time...

Polistina, running mates promise to set up Atlantic City district office

July 13, 2021 10:40 am

Republicans in the second legislative district promised to create a legislative office in Atlantic City, their district’s largest municipality, if they win at the polls in November. “Atlantic City has a variety of residents with multicultural backgrounds, working jobs throughout...

Swift, Guardian attack incumbents over votes on mandatory minimums bills

June 29, 2021 5:54 pmJune 29, 2021 6:09 pm

Republican Assembly candidates in the second district attacked Assemblymen Vince Mazzeo (D-Northfield) and John Armato (D-Buena) for “yes” votes they cast on a bill that would eliminate mandatory minimum sentences for a series of drug and property crimes, as well...

After five campaigns in four years, does Singh have any political future?

June 10, 2021 2:54 pmJune 21, 2021 2:15 pm

Two years ago, Atlantic County Republicans offered Hirsh Singh what looked like the break of a lifetime for a young Republican aspiring to hold public office: a chance to run for State Assembly in a politically competitive district. Singh turned...

Polistina beats Grossman in district 2

June 8, 2021 10:24 pm

Former Assemblyman Vince Polistina (R-Egg Harbor Township) will get another shot at a career in the legislature after defeating former Atlantic County Freeholder Seth Grossman in Tuesday’s primary. The Republican contest to succeed State Sen. Chris Brown (R-Ventnor City), who...

Democrats pick Jiampetti for Atlantic Clerk

June 8, 2021 8:35 pm

Egg Harbor Mayor Lisa Jiampetti defeated progressive challenger Mico Lucide to win the Democratic nod for Atlantic County Clerk Tuesday. Incumbent clerk Ed McGettigan did not seek re-election after facing fire for a ballot screwup that saw incorrect ballots mailed...