Archive for the 'New Jersey' category
Trenton, NJ - After signing the state budget, Governor Corzine finds himself on the hotseat concerning the issue of the state’s toll roads, and answers what he says are erroneous suggestions that the roads will be sold to foreign corporations. Corzine lays out the principals that will guide his upcoming proposal on the matter.
Trenton, NJ - In stark contrast to the budget debacle that shut down New Jersey’s government one year ago, this year’s appropriations act is signed well in advance of the deadline.
Linwood, NJ - William Gormley, the Republican State Senator of New Jersey’s 2nd District, takes a moment to reflect on his career in public service on his last day in office. A powerful, colorful character known all over the state for his brash brand of politics, Gormley was an excellent advocate for the casino industry, which he helped to grow and prosper, along with his district. Often intimidating but rarely intimidated, Gormley’s interview (conducted at NBC 40’s Linwood studio) is complimented by some vintage moments from his past, in front of the microphones, where his playful actions contrast with his image as Atlantic County party boss.
Trenton, NJ - The Assembly State Government Committee listens to and votes on legislation, sponsored by Assemblyman Jim Whelan, that would limit the number of absentee ballots that could be handled by a designated messenger to only 10. The measure is designed to combat the alleged misuse of messenger ballots, and stop the potential voter fraud which has haunted Atlantic County elections for years.
Go to the “State of the State” Special Section!
Governor Jon Corzine’s first state of the state address, after one memorable and tumultuous year in office. In an effort to make good on a promise to rescue the state from a growing property tax burden and a terrible deficit, Corzine outlines his approach to financial recovery.
11.30.2006 - State Workers Protest
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Pleasantville, NJ - Anticipating cuts in pensions and other benefits as a result of the state’s budget woes, state workers (under the CWA local 1034 banner) walk out of the One Stop Career Center in Pleasantville, and protest on the streets.
Trenton, NJ - On Independance Day, lawmakers are held captive at the state capitol as they try to agree on a budget that is already past its July 1st deadline. There are plenty of political fireworks… but will there be a fiscal revolution?
Trenton, NJ - Newly sworn in, New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine declares his intention to restore sound ethics to state government. This speech, only a portion of which is shown here, was seen as a fresh start for the state, which was still reeling after a series of scandals involving public officials and their crooked dealings.
