Jon Bramnick threw a party at last November’s League of Municipalities Convention in Atlantic City and one of those attending was Robert Auth, an assemblyman from LD-39 in northern Bergen County.
Frank Pallotta was paying attention and he didn’t like what he saw.
He put it this way:
“Recently, .. Assemblyman Bob Auth publicly rejected President Donald Trump, when he chose to align with, and endorse for Governor, self-proclaimed Trump-hater, State Senator Jon Bramnick. While Auth calls himself a ‘conservative,’ his actions tell a far different story.”
So now Pallotta says he’s running for the Assembly.
As we know, each district has two Assembly members with the other one here being John Azzariti.
But Pallotta is clearly targeting Auth, who he claims remained silent when Bramnick backed the Freedom to Read bill, which protects librarians from civil and criminal penalties regarding library books. Opponents say it allows pornography in schools.
Pallotta is no stranger to seeking office.
He ran unsuccessfully against CD-5 congressman Josh Gottheimer in 2020 and 2022.
Both times he ran “off the line” in the primary. And that’s a strategy Pallotta plans to employ again. He said:
“While I have great respect for the Bergen County Republican Organization’s (BCRO) approximately 800 Committee members, of which I remain an active member, I cannot in good conscience participate in an obsolete and antiquated convention process that can drag on for months, draining tens of thousands of dollars and critical resources away from what really matters – direct voter engagement. The main purpose of the county convention in past years had been to win placement on an organizational line – a line which no longer exists.”
Instead, Pallotta said he will focus on a direct connection with voters, “not backroom deals.”
That means paying attention to such issues as public safety, law enforcement, flood mitigation, crumbling infrastructure, overdevelopment, and the high cost of living.
Back when Auth was at Bramnick’s party, he said he was playing the “long game,” meaning that Bramnick remains the best GOP candidate to win the general election in a state where Dems still have a registration advantage of about 900,000.
On his reelection website the Auth campaign says:
“As our Assemblyman, Bob Auth has a proven record of commonsense leadership focused on helping the families, children, seniors, and taxpayers of Bergen and Passaic Counties. Whether it’s fighting for our fair share from Trenton or working within our communities, Bob Auth has your best interests at heart.”
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Pallotta’s Focus on Authenticity Evident in LD-39 – Insider NJ
In the world of politics, authenticity is a quality that is highly valued by voters. In the case of Republican candidate Mark Pallotta, his focus on authenticity is evident in his campaign for the New Jersey State Assembly in the 39th Legislative District.
Pallotta, a successful businessman and community leader, has made authenticity a central theme of his campaign. He believes that voters are tired of politicians who say one thing and do another, and he is committed to being transparent and honest in his dealings with the public.
One way that Pallotta has demonstrated his authenticity is through his focus on the issues that matter most to the residents of LD-39. He has been vocal about his support for lower taxes, smaller government, and increased accountability in state government. These are issues that resonate with many voters in the district, and Pallotta’s commitment to addressing them has helped to set him apart from his opponents.
Another way that Pallotta has shown his authenticity is through his willingness to engage with voters directly. He has held numerous town hall meetings and community events where he has listened to the concerns of residents and shared his vision for the future of the district. This hands-on approach has allowed Pallotta to connect with voters on a personal level and build trust with them.
Overall, Pallotta’s focus on authenticity has been a key factor in his campaign for the State Assembly in LD-39. By being transparent, honest, and accessible to voters, he has set himself apart as a candidate who is truly committed to representing the interests of the people. As the election approaches, it will be interesting to see how Pallotta’s focus on authenticity continues to shape his campaign and resonate with voters in the district.
