The Next NJ Senator is Here?

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IN TODAYS NEWS:

• Senator Race Heats Up: 2 new challengers have entered the arena

• Black Bear Hunt is Back: It may be here, but should it be?

• Family of 4 Found Dead: The horrific case is under investigation

• Fall festivities for the weekend: The best ways in New Jersey to kick off your Autumn

WHO WILL BE THE NEXT NJ SENATOR🇺🇸

With support for senator Bob Menendez disappearing among peers after being charged with bribery and fraud, other notable New Jersey politicians are beginning their campaigns to take the seat from Menendez, who refuses to step down.

So who exactly is the up and coming competition?

Rep. Andy Kim (D)

Currently a state representative out of Moorestown since 2019, Kim has accumulated a solid list of political achievements since the dawn of his career including:

1. Serving as a civilian advisor to generals David Petraeus and John R. Allen in the Afghanistan war

2. Serving as a national security advisor under Barack Obama

3. Serving as a United States National Security Council official

Along with the titles, Kim also is an avid supporter of banning insider stock trading, a practice which politicians such as Nancy Pelosi, has defended (and profited greatly from).

In a recent poll, Kim as shown to currently have a 63% to 10% lead over Menendez. While it is still early, Menendez will have a lot of catching up, and regaining trust, to do before the senate elections in November of 2024.

But Andy Kim is not the only state figure looking to capitalize on the Menendez situation, there is another person lurking and waiting to possibly take action.

First Lady Tammy Murphy

Other than first lady, Murphy does not have much of a political career under her belt.

Her most notable action is that of co-founding “The Climate Reality Project”, a non-profit organization founded by Al Gore.

With that noted, being First Lady comes with MAJOR networking perks. Some of which are so strong, they may not be legitimately challenged by anybody.

With a husband who is not only governor, but connected to high ranking officials such as Obama and Biden (who have supported Kim in the past however), losing to a corrupt senator may be more challenging than actually winning.

Major Possibilities

With a year to go, there is ample amount of time for other candidates to come in and shake things up, such as congressman Josh Gottheimer (R) from North Jersey.

Until then, we’ll be keeping you informed on major changes so you’re always up to date on the things that matter in New Jersey.

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BLACK BEAR HUNT TO BEGIN DESPITE OPPOSITION🐻

In just three days, the first bear hunt of 2023 will start and run through the 9th of October, to the 14th of October. The incredibly controversial hunt will mark the first of 2, with the second coming in December.

Although the hunt is continuing as of now, there is a current attempt to stop it.

Ex-senator Raymond Lesniak is attempting to reverse the decision in court before bears are “unnecessarily killed”.

Heres what you need to know:

1. Lesniak appeared in court Wednesday, but the judge denied Lesniaks attempt (he will appeal the rejection)

2. The State Fish and Game Council, the organization who allowed the hunt, is comprised of 11 members, 6 of which, are recommended by the New Jersey Federation of Sportsmen Clubs.

   1. This challenge is not only pro-bear, but addresses the constitutionality of the council, with the possibility of corruption

3. The hunt does not happen every year, and only occurs when it is decided there is an over population of bears in the state.

4. last year, 114 bears were “harvested”.

5. Hunters are not allowed to shoot bears under 75 pounds, or bears that are traveling with cubs.

The typical argument against the bear hunt has been against the cruelty of needlessly killing bears.

On the other side of the argument, hunters and citizens alike have had an uptick in bear sightings over the past year, and believe that hunting regulations are a necessity.

85% of New Jersey citizens use the state parks for not lethal reasons, whereas less than 1% of the state have a hunting license.

Now, with the possibility of corruption, a new hypothetical can of worms has been opened in the fight against both corruption, and animal cruelty.

Do you think the hunt should continue?

• As the weather is cooling down, the colors are changing to that red and brown we all love. Here are some primetime fall events to kick your autumn off right🍂

NORTH⬆️: The Haunted Wild West Fest in Stanhope is your first opportunity to try on your costume in public. The event will feature costume contests, haunted walks and western entertainment. $18 online.

CENTRAL🔄: The Holland Ridge Farms Fall Flower Festival is happening all weekend long in Cream Ridge. The event will host all sorts of local artisans and farmers selling their goods. Come to pick some flowers for your mother and get some sweet treats you know you want! $15 a day.

SOUTH⬇️: The Fall Food Truck and Craft Fair Festival in Sicklerville is this Sunday from 11-5. The event will feature 12 food trucks, 80 craft stands, and tons of games and activities for whoever wants! Free to enter

Happy a Sensational Weekend New Jersey!

Stay safe this weekend and make sure to dress for the occasion, whatever the occasion is.

"Dressing well is a form of good manners."

-Tom Ford

Stay classy.

-The Daily Bagel😚