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Don't let the Supreme Court get you down! We weigh in on the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on a campaign finance case; businesses are answering the "Call to Service"; and now is the best time for certain residents to apply to serve! Read all about it now!
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What does the US Supreme Court Decision mean in New Jersey?
The US Supreme Court issued a ruling today which reaffirmed the right of corporations to make independent political expenditures, thereby overturning a 100-year-old Montana state law that barred corporations from such political activity.
You may be wondering what does this ruling mean for New Jersey? Short answer - our strong pay-to-play reform laws are safe but we need to significantly improve our disclosure laws. Read all about it in our blog.
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 Business Call to Service LaunchedVerizon New Jersey President Dennis Bone and Prudential Financial joined together to call on business leaders from across the state to answer the "Call to Service."
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 CITIZEN LEADER PROFILE: TOM GIBBONS
Appointed Citizen Leader on the
Jersey City Environmental Commission
Tom Gibbons attended a Jersey City Call to Service Summit where he learned about the impact of the appointments process on his quality of life, Tom immediately heard his calling and submitted an application for the Environmental Commission. Since most non-partisan municipal board and commission appointments are made in the summer, Tom was appointed the following June.
If you live in a non-partisan city like Trenton, Paterson, Newark, or Jersey City, don't miss this opportunity to apply to serve on board and commission. First, watch our 9-minute video class on how to seek a position on a municipal board or commission. Second, visit your municipal website or call your clerk to find out what opportunities exist in your town.
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