POLITICS

Public health conversations can shift quickly when influential voices enter the discussion. A newly published medical analysis has revealed how powerful that influence can...

Youth at the Ballot Box: New Jersey Teens Make History by Voting in Newark School Board Elections For the first time in state history, teenagers in New Jersey have officially stepped into the voting booth. In a groundbreaking moment for civic participation, 16- and 17-year-olds in Newark cast ballots in the city’s school board election, marking a significant milestone for youth engagement and democratic inclusion. This historic vote, held earlier this month, represents more than just a policy change—it’s a cultural shift. Empowering young people with a voice in decisions that directly impact their education and community sends a strong message: the future isn’t just coming, it’s already here. Breaking New Ground in Newark The initiative, unique to Newark...

Mary Thomas, CEO of the Faith and Freedom Coalition, recently joined ONNJ Mornings with Ken Rosato to discuss the upcoming New Jersey gubernatorial race, offering insights on how faith-based and Latino voters could play a defining role in this year’s election. Representing the country’s largest pro-family grassroots organization, Thomas highlighted the growing engagement of communities of faith in shaping New Jersey’s political future. During the conversation, Thomas emphasized that faith and Latino voters are increasingly focused on “kitchen table issues” — the everyday economic concerns that impact families across the Garden State. “Faith and Latino voters are looking at the rising costs of groceries, energy, and inflation,” she said, “but they’re also paying close attention to...