Opinion

2 N.J. senators, a Dem and Republican, on the rise of political violence: Be passionate, never dangerous
On the left is state Sen. John F. McKeon, a Democrat. On the right is state Sen. Bob Singer, a Republican

N.J. Dem Senator: We’re not just losing civility — we’re losing lives
We asked two New Jersey state senators, one Republican and on Democrat, to weigh in on this alarming trend of political violence in America.

N.J. GOP Senator: Political violence undermines the core principles of democratic discourse
We asked two New Jersey state senators, one Republican and on Democrat, to weigh in on this alarming trend of political violence in America.

Trump cuts targets Newark’s most effective anti-violence program | Opinion
There is a growing body of evidence that community based anti-violence efforts can effectively reduce violence when it is properly funded.

MAGA will fall in line with Trump on going to war with Iran; Murphy’s tax hikes won’t pass | Friendly Fire
This Dem and Republican agree: We must remember that our political foes are opponents, not enemies.

Humor: The heart of the matter is common phrases aren’t what they seem
We often say things without knowing exactly what we are saying.

Trump’s budget cuts to nonprofits will devastate N.J.’s most vulnerable | Opinion
Nonprofit organizations are vital in providing essential services statewide, like food, housing, mental health, and addiction recovery. Surviving in New Jersey without them becomes nearly impossible.

The electricity bills are too damn high | Sheneman cartoon
If we could just harness the power from the incessant bickering over who’s at fault for the rate hikes we could power Las Vegas for a year.

N.J.’s red-hot governor race cooling off for summer? Don’t bet on it.
While Jersey's governor's race isn't in your face every day, both candidates will spend their summer sharpening their knives.

This Juneteenth, Black New Jerseyans still can’t breathe free. End environmental racism. | Opinion
Freedom and equity remain out of reach for communities intentionally placed near environmental harm.

Tom Moran: Is Trump blowing his advantage on immigration?
The president’s political and economic yield decreases as he goes after farm workers.

N.J.’s rush to renewable energy is why your electric bill is going up | Opinion
Republican N.J. Senator calls for balance between environmental goals and economic realities as residents face 20% increase in electric bills.
