Van Drew Not Running in NJ-2

by: Juan Melli

Thu Apr 06, 2006 at 08:31:29 AM EDT

As Scott in NJ points out, Assemblyman Jeff Van Drew, considered by many to be the best candidate to challenge Rep. LoBiondo, says he's not running:

"It was an honor to be asked by folks in Washington and I did have some congressmen call me...and the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee called me as well...Certainly, while I was honored by that and I think it's good to have a spirited race where we have real competitors and discuss the issues and debate the issues, I am just very involved with the issues of the state of New Jersey right now at this point in time and I am not going to be running (for Congress)."

The filing deadline is this Monday, April 10th. Cumberland County Democratic chair Lou Magazzu, who had previously considered running for Congress, but declined, may be about to reconsider:

Magazzu, also considered a potential challenger to LoBiondo's 12-year reign, will have to get together with the county Democratic Party chairmen from throughout the Second Congressional District over the next few days, as candidates must file for the June 6 primary election by Monday.

Assuming NJ-4 is covered, this is the last district that we need to find a challenger for. There are only four days left to do it.

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Van Drew Not Running in NJ-2 | 1 comments

It seems a shame (0.00 / 0)

The union endorsement of LoBiondo certainly hurt us.

There seem to be a number of competitive races in the Philly area on the other side of the border. Outside the province of this site, but important to regaining control of Congress, and South Jersey Dems might be able to help.

Frank LoBiondo Record and Jon Runyan Watch

by: Hopeful @ Fri Apr 07, 2006 at 00:26:16 AM UTC