Jon Shure

Governor Murphy’s Budget Recognizes That You Can’t Cut Your Way to Prosperity

March 8, 2022 • General, Tax and Budget
With one in ten residents living in poverty, and millions more struggling to get by, the state’s robust financial condition presents lawmakers with a historic opportunity to think even bigger.

State of the State 2022: Rapid Reaction

January 13, 2022 • COVID-19, General
Live from the NJPP Zoom room, Sheila, Peter, Brittany, Marleina, Jon, and Lou react to Governor Murphy's State of the State address (with gifs!).

Progressive Policy and Economic Growth Go Hand in Hand

January 11, 2022 • Economic Justice, General
Governor Murphy reflects on COVID-19 and policies enacted over the last four years in his State of the State address.

Lame Duck Session Lacked Transparency, Disregarded Standard Legislative Practice

January 10, 2022 • Democracy and Media, General
Lawmakers introduced and voted on a flurry of proposals without the bill text or an opportunity to testify being available to the public.