Well I didn’t hear any mention of clean energy, which makes sense given one of his campaign promises was 100% clean energy, a law that did not pass during his reign. But also I didn’t hear much on energy affordability at all, which is surprising given it was central to Sherrill’s campaign. #NJSOTS

‘New York New Jersey’ Got the World Cup Final. Now Comes the Hard Part. (Published 2024)

The World Cup is a great opportunity to evaluate and improve our transit system, especially around MetLife.

As I told a reporter once, “It is considered a rite of passage in New Jersey to sit in traffic for two hours after an event at MetLife.”

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quoting Reagan? in THIS economy???? #NJSOTS

I really hope the World Cup and the 250th anniversary celebrations both center around this message: IMMIGRANTS ARE WHAT MAKE OUR COUNTRY GREAT. #NJSOTS

Okay, good self-deprecating NJ Transit joke.

Gov Murphy was dealt a BAD hand, and we knew transit wasn’t going to be solved in just one or two terms. The Corporate Transit Fee prevented it from getting worse, but there’s no doubt CEO Kolluri has his work cut out for him. The work continues! #NJSOTS

Actually, I think people in New Jersey are rightly concerned about generative AI because AI data centers are raising our utility bills.

That’s why we need guardrails in place now to stop these companies from putting their costs on us. #NJSOTS

Former BPU Prez Fiordaliso was a giant! Joe Jr once told a story about cleaning out his father’s desk and finding a handwritten note from an elderly woman thanking Prez Fiordaliso for helping her pay her bills.

It’s fine, I’m not crying, you are. #NJSOTS

Millions of New Jerseyans at Risk from Hazardous Materials Transported by Rail - New Jersey Policy Perspective New Jersey should update its hazmat freight rail policies to protect the millions of residents who live along freight lines.

Lol, angry comment in the NJSpotlight Youtube chat about higher electric bills.

A reminder that our higher bills are due largely in part to 1. AI data center demand and 2. PJM dragging its feet on building more energy supply.

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Truly one of the shining achievements of the Murphy Administration is his commitment to reproductive freedom. New Jersey is a safe haven for anyone who needs access to reproductive health and it must stay that way. #NJSOTS

random thought: do state governments also do the designated survivor thing? is there some intern sitting in a bunker with a computer livestreaming this address right now? #NJSOTS

Yes, gun violence and homicides are down. But in 2024, more people died in vehicle collisions than by homicide.

That’s why it’s essential we see implementation of the Target Zero Law in the next administration.

The draft action plan is here! >> vtc.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u... #NJSOTS

The expansion of the paid family leave program and the creation of paid sick leave helped more families (including my own!) raise kids and continue working.

Truly a legacy accomplishment for the Governor (with one more improvement before he leaves office we hope!)

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Lots of focus on making New Jersey affordable for seniors. In Sherrill’s inaugural address, I’ll be looking for how she plans to make the state affordable for young people and families as well. Lots of people are struggling to pay rent and may never be able to afford to own a home at all. #NJSOTS

DOUBLING the state minimum wage AND a millionaire’s tax! HUGE accomplishments that predated my time at NJPP, but I’m proud that this organization helped lead those fights to truly make New Jersey more affordable for all. #NJSOTS

I think it’s easy to forget how DIRE things were back in 2017. Similar federal government but we ALSO just had eight years of austerity state budgets and state funding cuts that left many New Jerseyans behind.

State policy-wise, there’s no doubt we’re in a far better place now. #NJSOTS

Governor Dick Codey really was the GOAT: Governor Of All Time. #NJSOTS

an insider fun fact: my previous boss Jen Coffey of ANJEC asked Gov Murphy to stop using plastic water bottles back in 2019 when we were trying to pass the plastic bag ban.

and he listened! while we’d prefer reusable, he’s been drinking from those weird square cardboard ones ever since. #NJSOTS

would also love to hear strong pushback against the federal government’s extremely harmful policy decisions, such as increasing healthcare costs, using ICE to kidnap people, and holding federal funding hostage. #NJSOTS

It’s #NJSOTS time and @ptrchn1.bsky.social and I are going to be live bloosky-ing! What I’m looking for from Gov Murphy’s last address:
🚆 Celebrate Corporate Transit Fee
⚡ Calling on Gov-elect Sherrill to continue affordable energy policies
🚗 Pushing Target Zero policy implementation

THREAD: It's @govmurphy.bsky.social's last State of the State and I'm curious to see how he'll frame his legacy as he leaves office.

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“The State of the State address is an opportunity to talk about legacy and impact. Concrete proposals like the #ImmigrantTrustAct are waiting in the legislature right now.”
- @amytorres.bsky.social for News India Times

#SOTSNJ #NJSOTS #NJforALL

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Murphy's Words Shine But Shadows Remain - New Jersey Policy Perspective Governor Murphy's State of the State address highlighted significant progress, but left critical issues unaddressed.

@govmurphy.bsky.social's #NJSotS address highlighted significant progress, but left critical issues unaddressed — notably, protection for immigrants.

"They deserve strong and vocal advocacy from our leaders to ensure their safety and well-being.” said Nicole Rodriguez.
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We have some thoughts on @govmurphy.bsky.social #NJSOTS today.

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So disappointed that @govmurphy.bsky.social did not say he would be fighting HARD to protect our immigrant siblings #NJSOTS

From expanding abortion access and voting rights to continuing to decarcerate our state, NJ can and must do more to protect all who call it home. We will continue to work with @govmurphy.bsky.social and lawmakers to do exactly that.

Read our full #NJSOTS statement: www.aclu-nj.org/en/press-rel...

100 ORGANIZATIONS CALL FOR IMMIGRANT PROTECTIONS AS GOVERNOR ISSUES PENULTIMATE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS

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@govmurphy.bsky.social said he will defend NJ values from attack, but he did not address the urgent need to fight for immigrant communities.

We need more than words: #NJforALL NOW.

Our full press release: www.njimmigrantjustice.org/2025_sots_st...

@govmurphy.bsky.social pledged his commitment to 100% #CleanEnergy by 2035 & called on the legislature to codify this important legislation into law. This would will clean our air & lower costs for working families, all while creating thousands of union jobs. #NJSOTS bit.ly/4hy4IjV

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Same-day registration should be a no-brainer and yet it has stalled once more in the legislature.

More than 20 states have same-day registration! There's no reason NJ can't join them!

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Let’s invest in what matters! Our communities and environment need #CleanEnergy let’s make the switch now to 100% Clean Energy by 2035 with a law to protect our children health #ClimateActionNow #NJSOTS @NJBPU