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Our opponents refuse to answer questions from our local newspaper. Our opponent McMahon has yet to show up at any township committee meeting. The arrogance is palpable. Read the article: Read the article:
It’s pretty simple, really. It says something when you support a candidate for governor who says he’s all in on Trump. We believe Bernards Township deserves better. Watch the Video on YouTube
Brett’s daughter Ana speaks straight from the heart. An amazing tribute to a man who deserves our vote. Watch the Video on YouTube
We are grateful to Meera who not only made this video for us, but also invited several hundred students and alumni to Vote By Mail. Watch the Video on YouTube
Ana Duarte McCarthy and Joan Bannan know firsthand how close local elections can be. They worked hard to connect with voters and served us well. Being the lone Democrat on the Township Committee is not for the faint of heart. Joan Bannan served on the Committee from 2019-2021. Ana Duarte McCarthy currently serves, having won […]
When she was elected in 2023, Ana Duarte McCarthy became the second Democrat to be elected to the Township Committee in 25 years, receiving the highest number of votes. We are honored for her support, her leadership and her continued commitment to serving our community. We look forward to seeing Brett and John join her […]
We appreciate our local media for covering the election. Thanks Tap Into! Read the Article
There’s a new, energizing force in the BTDC. And her name is Rani Maloney. Although Rani has lived in Basking Ridge for about 14 years, she only recently became involved with local politics in 2024 through the Facebook Bernards Progressive Women’s page. Now, there’s no stopping her! As a passionate Dem, Rani says, “I’m a […]
The BTDC’s Sanjay Bery is the Somerset County lead of The New Jersey Democratic State Committee South Asian American Caucus. The caucus is dedicated to empowering South Asian communities across the Garden State through democratic civic engagement, political representation, and advocacy. The caucus works to elevate South Asian voices, advance equity and inclusion, and ensure […]
Hello! As I begin the October column, I am hopeful our Jewish community enjoys a sweet and Happy New Year, as well as a meaningful Yom Kippur. During September, the Township Committee presented three resolutions which I drafted, including two at our September 9th meeting, and one at our September 23rd meeting. At our September […]
Patch.com reached out to Brett and John to learn more about their candidacy. We believe it’s important that ALL candidates participate. It’s about transparency. Brett’s Responses John’s Responses