Candidate Statements
By JUSTIN STRICKLAND
May 6, 2026
I’m an Army combat veteran who put my life on the line in Iraq for two years in defense of the Constitution and democracy. As a federal employee, I put my life on the line in Afghanistan to defend democracy and make life better for others. I’ve shown up in your communities, stood beside you in ...
By JUSTIN STRICKLAND, NJ-11 CONGRESSIONAL CANDIDATE
January 25, 2026
Howdy! I’m Justin Strickland – candidate for Congress in the NJ-11 special election on February 5, 2026. I'm a Democrat, an Army combat veteran, a former Pentagon federal official, and Chatham Borough Councilman. I deeply love this country and that's why I decided to run for Congress.I grew up poor ...
By MUNDELL FOR BLOOMFIELD MAYOR
October 19, 2025
Since taking office as Mayor in November 2024, I have been committed to open, transparent government and to building on the strong progress our community deserves. As your Mayor, I have worked tirelessly to ensure Bloomfield is a place where every family can thrive. I am running to secure a full ...
By MUNDELL FOR BLOOMFIELD MAYOR
October 19, 2025
By CHARRIS TABARES FOR AT-LARGE
October 18, 2025
As the first Latina elected to serve as Councilwoman in the Township of Bloomfield, I am deeply honored to represent a community that reflects the strength, diversity, and determination that make Bloomfield so special.My journey, rooted in my proud Colombian heritage, has been guided by a ...
By CHARRIS TABARES FOR AT-LARGE
October 18, 2025
By GONZALEZ FOR FIRST WARD
October 17, 2025
My name is Rosalee Gonzalez, and I’m honored to be running to serve as First Ward Councilwoman. I’m running because I care deeply about Bloomfield and want to continue building connections that strengthen our community and be a voice for my constituents.As a Bloomfield resident and someone ...
By GONZALEZ FOR FIRST WARD
October 17, 2025
By FISCHMAN FOR COUNCIL AT-LARGE
October 16, 2025
As a lifelong resident of Bloomfield, I am proud to be running for the Council At-Large seat. I have called this town home for over 40 years, I am a proud product of our public school system, and for the past 27 years, I have dedicated my life to education, currently as a high school teacher in ...
By FISCHMAN FOR COUNCIL AT-LARGE
October 16, 2025