Brian K. Everett and Rashan Prailow will run with Gubernatorial candidate Steven Fulop to represent the residents of Districts 4 and 5 in the State Legislature. Both Brian and Rashan are experienced community leaders with robust resumes who share Mayor Fulop’s commitment to transparency, reform and new leadership that is accountable to residents first.
4th District
Running to represent the 4th Legislative District in Atlantic, Camden and Gloucester counties, Brian K. Everett is an Assistant Dean at Rutgers University — Camden and a member of the Rutgers University Senate. A proud member of URA-AFT Local 1766, Brian holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and is pursuing a PhD in Community Development. He was recently named as one of the 100 Most Influential Leaders in the LGBTQ community by InsiderNJ. He is bilingual and currently resides in Gloucester Township in Camden County.
“New Jersey needs fresh ideas and new perspectives in state government to confront the major challenges facing our communities, and I’m so excited to run for State Assembly alongside a truly inspiring leader in Steve Fulop who is fighting to deliver the change we need,” said Everett. “As an educator, a union member and someone dedicated to solutions I’m ready to share my vision with the people of the 4th District.”
5th District
Rashan Prailow was born and raised in Camden, where he met his wife, and they are proud parents to
their 1-year old daughter. He most recently worked as a finance strategy consultant with Capital One and previously with Deloitte Consulting’s Government and Public Services practice. Prior to those roles he began his career with an internship in the Office of Management and Budget during the administration of President Barack Obama. He is also the Co-Chair of Lead-Free NJ, a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to removing harmful lead from local communities and he has been extensively involved in re-entry, helping people who leave the prison system regain their footing as responsible contributors to the community. Rashan has a BA from University of Pennsylvania and Master’s Degree from Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business. He is running in the 5th Legislative District which includes parts of Camden and Gloucester counties.
“I’ve always been guided by a belief in the power of public service and a desire to give back to my community, so the opportunity to run for State Assembly alongside a leader who shares those values in Steven Fulop is something I could not pass up,” said Prailow. “I look forward to sharing my vision for a more equitable state government with my neighbors in Camden and throughout the 5th Legislative District.”
Everett (LD-4) and Prailow (LD-5) join Evesham Councilman Eddie Freeman III (LD-8) in addition to Hudson County Assembly members Barbara McCann Stamato (LD-31), John Allen (LD-32), Jessica Ramirez (LD-32) and Julio Marenco (LD-33) in aligning with Mayor Fulop in the 2025 Primary Election.
“I’m excited about the candidacy of both Brian and Rashan and I’m looking forward to helping both of them get the resources and guidance they will need to run successful races in 2025,” said Mayor Fulop. “The only way to bring change to New Jersey is to make our elections more competitive so the party bosses can no longer hand pick legislators. There is no question that primaries are healthy for both the party and for the candidates, and I believe both Brian and Rashan will demonstrate that.”
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Team Fulop, the political powerhouse in Jersey City, is gearing up for the 2025 State Assembly elections with two new candidates joining their ranks. Insider NJ has the exclusive scoop on who these candidates are and what they bring to the table.
First up is Sarah Patel, a rising star in the local political scene. Patel has a background in community organizing and activism, having worked on various campaigns to improve education and healthcare access in underserved communities. She is known for her passion for social justice and her ability to mobilize grassroots support.
Patel’s platform for the State Assembly includes advocating for affordable housing, expanding access to healthcare, and fighting for criminal justice reform. She believes that every resident of New Jersey deserves a fair shot at success and is committed to fighting for policies that level the playing field.
The second new candidate joining Team Fulop is Michael Chen, a seasoned political strategist with a knack for building coalitions and getting things done. Chen has worked on numerous successful campaigns at the local and state level, earning a reputation as a skilled negotiator and problem solver.
Chen’s priorities for the State Assembly include economic development, infrastructure improvements, and environmental protection. He believes that smart investments in these areas will not only create jobs and boost the economy but also improve the quality of life for all residents of New Jersey.
Together, Patel and Chen bring a fresh perspective and a wealth of experience to Team Fulop. With their energy and dedication, they are sure to make a significant impact on the State Assembly in 2025.
Stay tuned to Insider NJ for more updates on the upcoming elections and the latest news from Team Fulop.
