Thelma Parkinson Sharp Archives

Trailblazer: Thelma Parkinson Sharp

February 9, 2021 12:16 amFebruary 9, 2021 10:58 am

Thelma Parkinson Sharp (1898-1983) was the first woman to run for statewide office in New Jersey and the first woman to serve in the governor’s cabinet. At age 32, she is also the youngest person to ever win a statewide...

Diverse field of Democrats seek to topple Van Drew

January 17, 2020 10:12 amJanuary 17, 2020 10:58 pm

The field of Democratic candidates seeking to challenge party-switching incumbent Jeff Van Drew in New Jersey’s 2nd district may be the most diverse field of congressional contenders in a mostly white, suburban district in state history. The leading candidates so...