Jon Whiten

Jon Whiten was formerly the Vice President for NJPP. In this role, he worked with the Board and leadership team to shape and execute NJPP's mission and strategic vision. He also led NJPP’s strategic communications efforts, managed its finances and operations, researched key economic justice issues and engaged in advocacy and outreach. Jon's research interests include but aren't limited to: economic development, corporate taxes, the minimum wage, working family tax credits and transportation. Before joining NJPP in October 2011, Jon worked for a decade as an editor, writer and entrepreneur, including as the founding editor and publisher of the Jersey City Independent. He has previously served as an editor for the Association of Alternative Newsweeklies, a fact-checker for Columbia Journalism Review and an assistant editor at a community newspaper chain in Northern Virginia. His freelance work has been published in a number of national and local publications. Jon currently serves as the Deputy Director of State Communications at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. Follow Jon on Twitter

Health Care Victory! NJPP Celebrates Trumpcare Defeat

March 24, 2017
American Health Care Act's failure is a victory for New Jersey, and proves facts matter.

Despite ‘Exodus’ Rhetoric, New Jersey’s Still Adding Millionaires

March 7, 2017 • Tax and Budget
The number of New Jersey millionaires has risen by 17 percent over 10 years.

Don’t Take My Son’s Life-Saving Health Care Away

February 9, 2017 • Health, Tax and Budget
Repealing the Affordable Care Act would harm millions - including my son.

A 35 Percent EITC is Good News for New Jersey Working Families

January 18, 2017 • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
Nearly 600,000 families will benefit from the EITC increase to 35 percent.

Increasing the EITC Will Boost New Jersey’s Workers and Their Families

January 18, 2017 • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
A 35 Percent Earned Income Tax Credit Will Also Make Tax System More Equitable and Help State’s Economy

Congress Can Help More Workers Escape Poverty

January 10, 2017 • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
Expanding the EITC for workers who are not raising children should be a top priority.

60 Groups to U.S. Senators: EITC Expansion is a Priority

January 6, 2017 • Tax and Budget
This expansion would help between 343,000 and 504,000 New Jersey workers.

New Year Brings a Tiny Wage Increase for Low-Paid Workers

December 27, 2016 • Economic Justice
Lawmakers must do more to boost workers and the state’s economy.

2017 Minimum Wage Hike Is a Positive Step, but It’s Not Nearly Enough

December 27, 2016 • Economic Justice
Lawmakers must do more to boost low-paid workers and the state’s economy.

A Step Forward on Corporate Tax Subsidy Accountability

December 13, 2016 • Tax and Budget
As we move forward, real reform must come from the legislature and governor.