The Fulop for Governor campaign is announcing two more Assembly candidates who will run alongside Democratic gubernatorial candidate Steven Fulop in this year’s Primary Election. Incumbent Assemblywoman Barbara McCann Stamato and Councilwoman Jacqueline Weimmer will run for State Assembly in the 31st District. With this announcement, Team Fulop has now recruited more than 30 Democratic candidates running in districts throughout the state.
“This campaign is driven by a commitment to real change for New Jersey,” said Mayor Steven Fulop. “We know that policies directly impact the people of New Jersey every day which is why we are running a policy-driven campaign. Barbara and Jackie bring the leadership, empathy, and relentless determination to transform people’s lives. It’s time for government to serve the people, not the political machine.”
Barbara McCann Stamato (LD-31) is a current Member of the New Jersey General Assembly for the 31st District, representing Jersey City, Bayonne and Kearny. She serves on legislative committees focused on Community Development and Women’s Affairs, Regulated Professions, and Transportation and Independent Authorities. A lifelong Jersey City resident, McCann Stamato is an elected member of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee and Chairwoman of the Jersey City Democratic Committee.
Jacqueline Weimmer (LD-31), born and raised in Bayonne, currently serves as the city’s 2nd Ward Councilwoman and the Director of Trust and Estate Planning for Orange Bank and Trust. She has dedicated her career to supporting individuals with disabilities, focusing on the Special Needs Trust administration. In her free time, Weimmer advocates for abused and neglected children as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Alongside Team Fulop, Weimmer aims to bring positive change to New Jersey with her blend of expertise and empathy.
McCann Stamato and Weimmer join a growing roster of State Assembly candidates supporting Fulop’s vision for a stronger New Jersey in the 2025 Primary Election. Additional candidates include Eric Holliday (LD-7), Freshta Taeb (LD-12), Damali Robinson, DNP (LD-38), Donald Campbell (LD-9), Brandon Saffold (LD-1), Carolyn Rush (LD-1), Rohit Dave (LD-27), Andrew LaBruno (LD-39), David Jiang (LD-39) and David Tingle (LD-18), Steve Pylypchuk (LD-25), Donald Bonomo, Esq. (LD-38), Loretta Rivers (LD-17), Ron Arnau (LD-40), Steve Barratt (LD-24), Debra Di Donato (LD-10), Vonetta Hawkins (LD-4), Rosalee Keech (LD-9), Bruce Weekes (LD-2), Brittany Claybrooks (LD-34), Frank Vélez (LD-34), Tamar Warburg (LD-37), Daniel Park (LD-37), Lisa Bonanno (LD-2), Brian K. Everett (LD-4), Rashan Prailow (LD-5), Rebecca Holloway (LD-6), Kevin Ryan (LD-6), Eddie Freeman III (LD-8), Barbara McCann Stamato (LD-31), Jessica Ramirez (LD-32) and Julio Marenco (LD-33).
Team Fulop also announced three County Commissioner candidates running alongside Steven Fulop: former Palisades Park Mayor Chris Chung, former BCDO State Senate candidate John Vitale, and former Closter Councilwoman Dolores Witko, all from Bergen County.
The Fulop campaign will be announcing additional candidate endorsements soon.
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Team Fulop, the political organization led by Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop, recently announced their slate of legislative candidates for District 31 in New Jersey. The candidates, who were revealed on Insider NJ, are set to run in the upcoming primary election.
The District 31 race is expected to be highly competitive, as the district covers parts of Hudson County and includes cities like Jersey City and Bayonne. With a diverse population and a mix of urban and suburban areas, the district is seen as a key battleground for both Democrats and Republicans.
Team Fulop’s slate of candidates includes a mix of experienced politicians and newcomers to the political scene. The candidates are said to represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives, reflecting the diversity of the district.
One of the key issues that the candidates are expected to focus on is affordable housing. With rising rents and a shortage of affordable housing options in the district, many residents are struggling to make ends meet. The candidates are likely to propose policies that address this issue and help ensure that all residents have access to safe and affordable housing.
Another important issue for the candidates is education. With schools in the district facing challenges like overcrowding and underfunding, the candidates are expected to prioritize education reform and advocate for increased funding for schools in the district.
Overall, Team Fulop’s slate of candidates for District 31 is poised to bring fresh perspectives and new ideas to the political landscape in New Jersey. With a focus on issues like affordable housing and education, the candidates are likely to resonate with voters in the district and make a strong case for their election in the upcoming primary.
