Dear Assemblyman Green,
I hope this email finds you doing well. On January 25-27, 2012, the Citizenship Education Fund and the Rainbow PUSH Coalition will present the 15th Anniversary Wall Street Project Economic Summit at the Sheraton Hotel New York Hotel & Towers, 811 Seventh Avenue at 53rd Street, NYC. Our theme, We are One World - Bringing Everyone to the Table: Celebrating Fifteen Years of Access to Capital, Industry and Technology, epitomizes what we need to do as a nation to rebuild and restores confidence and financial stability as we confront the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression.
As you may know, the Wall Street Project was established in the spirit of Dr. King's dream of equal opportunity and economic empowerment for diverse businesses, corporate employees and under-served communities. One of our primary goals has been to remove cultural blinders and convince corporate America to end the multi-billion dollar trade deficit with minority consumers and encourage companies through research, education, and partnership to see market opportunity in mutually beneficial business relationships that embrace inclusion as a means of growth.
It gives me great pleasure to invite you to participate as a speaker in the panel session, "From Crisis to Working Communities-Next Steps in Access to Economic Prosperity," to be held on Thursday, January 26, 2012 (3:00-5:00pm). Here our panel of notable legislators will discuss how their respective states are dealing with the current fragile economy and share insights on the most promising solutions for the vast economic disparities that confront communities of color and the working poor.
I've asked Connecticut State Treasurer, Denise L. Nappier to moderate this panel. Others invited to participate on this panel include: Senator Catherine E. Pugh, MD; Representative Ernest Hewett, CT; Assemblyman Karim Camara, NY; Representative Ronald Waters, PA, and Representative Anastasia P. Williams, RI.
It would mean a great deal to our conference attendees and to me personally if you accept this invitation.
Thank you in advance for your consideration and support. I look forward to your reply.
Sincerely,
Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.
President and Founder
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Wisniewski On Christie Decision Not to Run for President
(Trenton) - New Jersey Democratic State Committee John Wisniewski issued the following comment after Governor Christie's announcement that he will not abandon New Jersey to run for President:
"Chris Christie finally realized that to run for President, it helps to have been an effective Governor," said Wisniewski. "On Christie's watch, our bond rating has been downgraded by two of the bond rating agencies, our unemployment rate remains above the national average and middle class residents and seniors continue to be squeezed by higher taxes, higher tolls and higher health care costs."
"It's clear the Governor enjoys the national spotlight and attention. No one has milked not running for President more than Christie has, making sure to include a fundraiser at the Beverly Hills Hotel on his most recent trip. He is the Brett Favre of presidential politics. People will believe he really means it this time if he just stays home and does his job.
"Chris Christie finally realized that to run for President, it helps to have been an effective Governor," said Wisniewski. "On Christie's watch, our bond rating has been downgraded by two of the bond rating agencies, our unemployment rate remains above the national average and middle class residents and seniors continue to be squeezed by higher taxes, higher tolls and higher health care costs."
"It's clear the Governor enjoys the national spotlight and attention. No one has milked not running for President more than Christie has, making sure to include a fundraiser at the Beverly Hills Hotel on his most recent trip. He is the Brett Favre of presidential politics. People will believe he really means it this time if he just stays home and does his job.
Diegnan: NJTV Shows Cartoon While Governor Makes Major Announcement
Urges Governor to Nullify NJTV Contract
(Trenton) - Assemblyman Patrick J. Diegnan Jr. (D-Middlesex) released the following statement Tuesday on NJTV's failure to cover Gov. Chris Christie's news conference:
"This was a huge day for New Jersey, one in which our governor was announcing he would not be running for president of our great country.
"Whether you support our governor's policies or not, this was an event of great interest to the people of New Jersey and something many would want to view first-hand.
"I myself turned to NJTV to view their live coverage, but you know what I got - the 'Angelina Ballerina' cartoon. Every news outlet in New Jersey and several across the nation were covering this event, yet New Jersey's own television station was showing a cartoon.
"This station has been an embarrassment, and was supposed to be improved by now. It remains inept. Clearly, this experiment has been a failure.
"Since the Governor has decided to continue to serve the citizens of New Jersey, I suggest he start by directing his legal staff to nullify the contract with NJTV."
FEMA Assistance for Hurricane Victims
All Plainfield Residents Impacted By Hurricane Irene:
A representative from the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) will be at the Emerson Community School, 305 Emerson Ave., on October 14th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm to inform residents about available programs and application procedures for federal assistance. They will also answer any of your questions or concerns regarding the programs and will have applications available for interested residents.
Please note that all applications for assistance must be filed by October 31, 2011. Please come out and take part.
Any questions please feel free to call Vera Greaves, Councilwoman-at-Large for the 1st and 4th Wards, at 908-672-8701, or veragreaves@verizon.net.
Wagner Bill Would Protect New Jersey From Contaminated Fracking Wastewater
(38th Legislative District) - Assemblywoman Connie Wagner on Wednesday touted legislation she sponsored to protect New Jersey residents from contaminated wastewater produced by hydraulic fracturing, or fracking.
Wagner's legislation (A-4231) prohibits fracking wastewater from being shipped or transported into New Jersey from another state. It also makes clear that fracking wastewater cannot be treated in the state.
Wagner has been a leader in sponsoring legislation to protect New Jerseyans by prohibiting fracking in the state.
Fracking involves pumping water water laced with sand and chemicals into the ground at high pressure to split rocks open, unleashing natural gas.
The wastewater can be polluted with pollutants such as radium, benzene, barium and strontium.
"We don't want this process in New Jersey, and we don't want the wastewater either," said Wagner (D-Bergen). "Radioactive water can go elsewhere, especially places that promote and encourage this drilling practice for whatever reason. For me, protecting New Jerseyans and their families are always my priority."
Wagner said she was especially concerned the wastewater could end up in rivers and streams.
"New Jersey has been at the forefront of environmental protection, and this is a sensible step forward," Wagner said. "We don't want this radioactive water ending up in our streams and rivers where it would cause environmental and health problems. We don't need it here at all."
Wagner's legislation (A-4231) prohibits fracking wastewater from being shipped or transported into New Jersey from another state. It also makes clear that fracking wastewater cannot be treated in the state.
Wagner has been a leader in sponsoring legislation to protect New Jerseyans by prohibiting fracking in the state.
Fracking involves pumping water water laced with sand and chemicals into the ground at high pressure to split rocks open, unleashing natural gas.
The wastewater can be polluted with pollutants such as radium, benzene, barium and strontium.
"We don't want this process in New Jersey, and we don't want the wastewater either," said Wagner (D-Bergen). "Radioactive water can go elsewhere, especially places that promote and encourage this drilling practice for whatever reason. For me, protecting New Jerseyans and their families are always my priority."
Wagner said she was especially concerned the wastewater could end up in rivers and streams.
"New Jersey has been at the forefront of environmental protection, and this is a sensible step forward," Wagner said. "We don't want this radioactive water ending up in our streams and rivers where it would cause environmental and health problems. We don't need it here at all."
Endorsement Letter From The Professional Firefighters Assoc. of NJ & New Jersey State Fraternal Order of Police
Dear Assemblyman Green:
On behalf of the 21,000 plus members of the New Jersey State Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey (PFANJ), we are advising you that the FOP and PFANJ support your election to the New Jersey State Legislature on November 8, 2011. This endorsement is based on your support of issues that are beneficial to our members and their families, as well as other factors taken into consideration.
The FOP and PFANJ look forward to working with you in the future and know that it can count on your continued support of our agenda once you are elected. If you have any questions, please contact the FOP's and PFANJ's Government Affairs Agent, Peter Guzzo, at 609-883-7481 or njttp@msn.com.
Sincerely,
Dominic Marino
President
Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey, I.A.F.F.-AFL-CIO
Edward R. Brannigan
President
Fraternal Order of Police - New Jersey State Lodge
On behalf of the 21,000 plus members of the New Jersey State Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey (PFANJ), we are advising you that the FOP and PFANJ support your election to the New Jersey State Legislature on November 8, 2011. This endorsement is based on your support of issues that are beneficial to our members and their families, as well as other factors taken into consideration.
The FOP and PFANJ look forward to working with you in the future and know that it can count on your continued support of our agenda once you are elected. If you have any questions, please contact the FOP's and PFANJ's Government Affairs Agent, Peter Guzzo, at 609-883-7481 or njttp@msn.com.
Sincerely,
Dominic Marino
President
Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey, I.A.F.F.-AFL-CIO
Edward R. Brannigan
President
Fraternal Order of Police - New Jersey State Lodge
Riley, Tucker, Voss, Caputo, Johnson Measure Aimed at Tightening Restrictions on Domestic Violence Offenders Gets Final Legislative Approval
(Trenton) - A bill sponsored by Assembly Democrats Celeste Riley, Cleopatra Tucker, Joan Voss, Ralph Caputo and Gordon Johnson to bolster protections for domestic violence victims gained final legislative approval by the full Senate Monday and now heads to the Governor's desk.
The measure (A-1491), which passed the Assembly last October and passed the Senate by a vote of 38-0 today, is aimed at deterring future acts of domestic violence by imposing more stringent bail restrictions for anyone charged with contempt of a domestic violence restraining order.
"In some cases today, restraining order violators can get away with posting only $50 bail," Riley said (D-Salem/Cumberland/Gloucester). "Given the emotional and physical trauma that victims have already been subjected to, they should be able to receive some measure of comfort knowing our laws do everything possible to protect their safety in the future."
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, an estimated 1.3 million women are victims of physical assault by an intimate partner each year. With 85 percent of domestic violence victims being women, it's estimated that one in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime.
"By upgrading penalties for individuals who have victimized a partner, we are sending a clear message that domestic disputes that result in violence will be treated with the utmost seriousness," said Tucker (D-Essex).
"The current penalties release violators back onto the street with essentially no incentive to appear in court and account for their actions. This bill holds domestic violence offenders much more accountable," said Voss (D-Bergen).
Currently, it is a crime of the fourth degree for a person to violate a provision in a restraining order. Generally, the court may allow defendants to be released on bail after they post 10 percent of the amount of bail in cash.
This bill would add offenses involving violations of domestic violence restraining orders to the list of crimes with bail restrictions, preventing violators from using the 10 percent cash option for posting bail. Individuals charged with these crimes may only post bail in the form of full cash, a surety bond or a bail bond secured by real property situated in the state with an unencumbered equity equal to the amount of bail plus $20,000.
"Domestic violence can destroy families and even lives. There needs to be a greater incentive for violators to appear in court and face the consequences of their actions," said Caputo (D-Essex).
"Domestic violence is a very real and persistent problem. If we don't send a stricter message when it comes to offenders, then the cycle will simply repeat itself, sometimes with deadly consequences," said Johnson (D-Bergen).
The measure (A-1491), which passed the Assembly last October and passed the Senate by a vote of 38-0 today, is aimed at deterring future acts of domestic violence by imposing more stringent bail restrictions for anyone charged with contempt of a domestic violence restraining order.
"In some cases today, restraining order violators can get away with posting only $50 bail," Riley said (D-Salem/Cumberland/Gloucester). "Given the emotional and physical trauma that victims have already been subjected to, they should be able to receive some measure of comfort knowing our laws do everything possible to protect their safety in the future."
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, an estimated 1.3 million women are victims of physical assault by an intimate partner each year. With 85 percent of domestic violence victims being women, it's estimated that one in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime.
"By upgrading penalties for individuals who have victimized a partner, we are sending a clear message that domestic disputes that result in violence will be treated with the utmost seriousness," said Tucker (D-Essex).
"The current penalties release violators back onto the street with essentially no incentive to appear in court and account for their actions. This bill holds domestic violence offenders much more accountable," said Voss (D-Bergen).
Currently, it is a crime of the fourth degree for a person to violate a provision in a restraining order. Generally, the court may allow defendants to be released on bail after they post 10 percent of the amount of bail in cash.
This bill would add offenses involving violations of domestic violence restraining orders to the list of crimes with bail restrictions, preventing violators from using the 10 percent cash option for posting bail. Individuals charged with these crimes may only post bail in the form of full cash, a surety bond or a bail bond secured by real property situated in the state with an unencumbered equity equal to the amount of bail plus $20,000.
"Domestic violence can destroy families and even lives. There needs to be a greater incentive for violators to appear in court and face the consequences of their actions," said Caputo (D-Essex).
"Domestic violence is a very real and persistent problem. If we don't send a stricter message when it comes to offenders, then the cycle will simply repeat itself, sometimes with deadly consequences," said Johnson (D-Bergen).
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