Rebecca Schwartz is currently the Deputy Chief of Staff for New Jersey’s 38th Legislative District of Senator Joe Lagana, Assemblywoman Lisa Swain, and Assemblyman Chris Tully. From 2019 through September 2022, she worked as a Senior Aide to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy in the Department of Intergovernmental Affairs, assisting mayors, county-level officials, and members of Congress throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, she has served as a legislative advisor to then-Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker, Assemblyman Tim Eustace, and Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle. On the campaign side, Schwartz is an alumna of the Democratic Assembly Campaign Committee, Hillary for America, and the Monmouth County Democrats.
“As the granddaughter of a Holocaust survivor and the daughter of teachers, I was taught at an early age to be civically minded and active in the process to elect our community leaders,” said Schwartz. “Five years after joining the board, it is a privilege to serve Millennials for NJ as Chair and continue to support young current and future elected officials of New Jersey.”
Millennials for NJ, founded in 2019, is a Democratic organization which helps elect Millennial candidates to office. Since 2019, Millennials for NJ has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars and has helped elect dozens of candidates.
Millennials for NJ, a grassroots organization dedicated to empowering and mobilizing young people in New Jersey, has recently appointed Rebecca Schwartz as the Chair of their Millennials for NJ chapter. This appointment marks a significant milestone for the organization, as Schwartz is a passionate advocate for social justice and youth empowerment.
Schwartz, a native of New Jersey, has been actively involved in various social justice initiatives throughout her career. She has a background in community organizing and advocacy, and has worked tirelessly to address issues such as affordable housing, education equity, and environmental justice. Her commitment to creating positive change in her community has earned her the respect and admiration of her peers.
As the Chair of Millennials for NJ, Schwartz will be responsible for leading the organization’s efforts to engage and mobilize young people across the state. She will work closely with other members of the organization to develop strategies and campaigns that address the unique needs and concerns of millennials in New Jersey. Through her leadership, Millennials for NJ aims to amplify the voices of young people and advocate for policies that promote social and economic justice.
In a statement following her appointment, Schwartz expressed her excitement about the opportunity to lead Millennials for NJ. She emphasized the importance of empowering young people to become active participants in the political process and make their voices heard on issues that matter to them. Schwartz also highlighted the organization’s commitment to building a more inclusive and equitable society for all residents of New Jersey.
Millennials for NJ is thrilled to have Rebecca Schwartz at the helm of their organization. Her passion, dedication, and leadership skills make her a valuable asset to the team, and they are confident that under her guidance, Millennials for NJ will continue to make a positive impact in the community. With Schwartz leading the way, Millennials for NJ is poised to become a powerful force for change in New Jersey.
