McCarthy and Wong Campaign Kick Off

May 11, 2023

What an incredible day for a campaign kickoff!

The McCarthy and Wong Campaign had a fantastic turnout of friends, family and supporters at the Pleasant Valley Park Pavilion last Saturday.

Thanks to everyone who joined us, including:

Somerset County Clerk Steve Peter

County Commissioners Melonie Marano, Sara Sooy, Doug Singletary and Paul Drake

Morris County Democratic Committee Chair (and Ana’s sister) Amalia Duarte

BTDC Chair and LD21 Assembly candidate Elizabeth Graner.

Special thanks to our Events Chair Suzanne Glassman, the Ridge High School Dems, photographer Betsy Bacot, musician John Shea, and all of you who turned out to celebrate!

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