Sherrill insists NJ a Dem stronghold ahead of Obama visit, rejecting GOP momentum: ‘Not a purple state’
In a spirited campaign event in New Jersey, gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill reaffirmed her belief that the state remains a stronghold for the Democratic Party, despite the growing momentum for Republicans in the region. Speaking to a crowd of enthusiastic supporters, Sherrill declared, “New Jersey is not a red state. I love you guys, but New Jersey is not a red state,” emphasizing her confidence as she approaches Election Day. She further asserted, “New Jersey is a blue state!” citing polling data that shows her leading Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli by a narrow margin of 52% to 45%, according to a recent Fox News poll. This lead, while promising, is precarious as it sits just outside the poll’s margin of error, indicating a competitive race as both parties gear up for the final push toward the election.
Sherrill’s campaign is underscored by a clear call to action, urging her supporters to mobilize and ensure high voter turnout. She highlighted the importance of labor and workers’ rights, stating, “It’s not too much to ask to invest in workers. It’s not too much to ask to get a good wage.” Additionally, she took the opportunity to criticize former President Donald Trump, framing his policies as detrimental to jobs and the economy. Her remarks resonate with a segment of voters who are concerned about economic stability and job security. As part of her campaign strategy, Sherrill is set to share the stage with former President Barack Obama, who is visiting New Jersey after campaigning for Democrats in Virginia. Sherrill’s partnership with Obama, who has endorsed both her and Virginia candidate Abigail Spanberger, is seen as a significant boost to her campaign, aiming to galvanize Democratic voters and reinforce the party’s presence in New Jersey, a state that has historically leaned Democratic in gubernatorial races.
As the election approaches, Sherrill’s focus on voter engagement, coupled with her critiques of Republican policies, positions her as a determined candidate ready to defend Democratic values in a state that she believes remains firmly in her party’s camp. The upcoming days will be crucial as both campaigns work tirelessly to sway undecided voters and mobilize their bases, making the New Jersey gubernatorial race one to watch closely.
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gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill insisted Saturday that her state is a Democratic stronghold ahead of a campaign event with former President Barack Obama, in an apparent rejection of Republican momentum there.
“New Jersey is not a red state. I love you guys, but New Jersey is not a red state,” Sherrill told supporters Saturday as she remains in a close contest with Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli heading into Election Day.
“I’ve got some even better news, guys. New Jersey is not a purple state. . . . New Jersey is a blue state! That’s right. That is right. I have seen the polling numbers, guys. I’ve seen it. I’ve seen it. So when we vote, we win,” Sherrill added. “Let’s get out every vote and let’s show them the power of labor!”
A recent
Fox News poll
of New Jersey likely voters put Sherill ahead of Ciattarelli 52% to 45% heading into the last few days of the campaign. Her seven-point lead is just outside the poll’s margin of sampling error. Earlier this month, Sherrill was ahead by five points, and in September she was up by eight points.
FOX NEWS POLL: SHERRILL LEADS CIATTARELLI IN NEW JERSEY GOVERNOR’S RACE
Among those who say they are extremely enthusiastic about voting this year, Ciattarelli is ahead by five points — but among those either extremely or very enthusiastic, it’s Sherrill by four. That’s because more Republicans feel extremely enthusiastic (52%) than Democrats (40%).
Obama is expected in Norfolk, Virginia, earlier Saturday afternoon to campaign for Abigal Spanberger, a former House Democrat who is facing off against Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears in the governor’s race there.
The former president is then heading to Newark, New Jersey, for an event with Sherrill later Saturday. Obama has
endorsed both candidates
.
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Sherrill also criticized President
Donald Trump
at her campaign event Saturday morning in New Jersey, saying, “We’re looking at a president of the United States that’s destroying jobs, who’s destroying our economy, who’s running a worldwide extortion racket so he can charge us all more money while he pockets billions of dollars.”
“That’s not the way we want to run New Jersey. That’s not — we don’t want no king. That’s right. That is right. So that’s why I’m running for governor,” Sherrill added.
“It’s not too much to ask to invest in workers. It’s not too much to ask to get a good wage. And so I have to tell you, it’s all on the line here. There are only two states in the nation with these races. New Jersey and Virginia,” Sherrill said.
Fox News’ Dana Blanton contributed to this report.
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