February 17, 2013

Senator Barbara Buono for Governor


State Senator Barbara Buono of Middlesex County launched her Democratic gubernatorial campaign on Saturday, February 3. It was clear that those attending her launch rally understand Buono’s message and agree with her on education, the economy, women’s rights and marriage equality.

Having grown up in working class North Jersey, Barbara Buono understands the important role of self-reliance. But, just as importantly, she appreciates the role government can play for those trying to make a better life for their families. As the first woman to be New Jersey’s Senate Majority Leader, Barbara Buono takes a unique approach to governing. As chair of the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee, she established a reputation as a consensus-builder during the state’s challenging fiscal times. During the two years Senator Buono served as budget chair, New Jersey’s budget grew smaller, not bigger. She cut $4.5 billion for the state budget while increasing funds for schools and health care.

With far too many public officials looking out for corporate interests and multi-millionaires, Senator Buono instead remains focused on strengthening New Jersey’s middle-class and looking out for our families. She’s working to create jobs, protect workers and make our schools work better. Buono believes we need to fight for those on Main Street, so they get the same advantages afforded the politically connected on Wall Street.

Buono’s ability reach across the aisle to Republicans in the State Senate is what is needed now in New Jersey to ensure state government can work effectively for all people. Her strength in driving fiscal efficiencies when coupled with her exemplary stance on key social issues makes her an ideal candidate to challenge Republican incumbent Chris Christie.

The Leonia Democratic Municipal Committee (DMC) is proud to support Senator Barbara Buono in her bid to become the next Governor of New Jersey.

Click here to learn more about Senator Buono: http://www.buonoforgovernor.com

February 7, 2013

Changes in DMC Membership

There have been a couple of changes in the Leonia DMC membership in District 6.
Chris and Ellen Terzini have resigned from the DMC so they can focus on welcoming a new arrival to their family. Thanks to Chris for his more than 2 years of service and Ellen for stepping up to run for the job last June.

I am pleased to announce that Arnold Tractenberg and Sally Seymour were appointed by unanimous vote of the DMC members present at our January meeting as the new District 6 Committeeman and Committeewoman.

We welcome Arnold and Sally and look forward to having them join the team as we continue to identify and support the election of talented and qualified Democrats to serve as Leonia’s Mayor and Council members.

Bob Leap
Chair, Leonia DMC