As part of our Special Series “NJ’s Next Governor: Decision 2025,” Ras J. Baraka (D) – NJ, Mayor of the City of Newark and a Democratic Candidate for NJ Governor, joins Steve Adubato to discuss the central issues of his gubernatorial campaign, including affordable housing initiatives, education, and growing business in the state.
Regarding education, Steve asks Mayor Baraka about public education and recent editorials about the Newark School System. Mayor Baraka responds, “There have been incredible challenges, not
just in Newark but around the state and around the country. Newark has suffered greatly in that, and I think there is more work to be done by the school board and the superintendent. And folks, I think they are trying to do the best that they can. We have entered that fight by helping them to get the third graders to read on grade level by instituting a citywide focus on literacy from the mayor’s office, trying to help boost that up. Making sure that summer programs, athletic programs– that anything the city offers has a literacy component attached to it.”
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Newark Mayor Ras Baraka recently sat down with political analyst Steve Adubato on Insider NJ to discuss his future political plans and the direction he sees for the city of Newark.
During the interview, Mayor Baraka highlighted his commitment to continuing to serve the residents of Newark and his desire to bring about positive change in the city. He emphasized the importance of investing in education, economic development, and public safety to improve the quality of life for all Newark residents.
Mayor Baraka also discussed his vision for the future of Newark, including his plans to address issues such as affordable housing, job creation, and community policing. He stressed the need for collaboration between government officials, community leaders, and residents to work together towards a common goal of making Newark a better place to live and work.
In addition to his plans for Newark, Mayor Baraka also touched on his own political future. While he did not explicitly state whether he plans to seek re-election as mayor, he expressed a desire to continue serving the people of Newark in some capacity.
Overall, Mayor Baraka’s interview with Steve Adubato provided valuable insight into his vision for Newark and his dedication to improving the city for all its residents. As he continues to work towards his goals, it will be interesting to see how his plans unfold and what impact they will have on the future of Newark.
