With approval ratings at 65-70 percent for NJ Gov. Chris Christie, State Sen. Barbara Buono (D) is facing an uphill battle to unseat Christie.
Insiders say Buono is the likely Democratic nominee to challenge Christie in 2014.
The Newark native says she is confident that voters will see past poll numbers.
"You don't need a poll to know New Jerseyans are suffering. They're suffering under the highest property taxes in the nation. The opportunities I had growing up in Nutley, New Jersey-- I paid for college, I paid for law school-- there were jobs to pay those things off," Buono told Good Day NY on Tuesday.
Monday, June 17 2013 10:56 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:56:08 GMT
As predicted, cicadas that spent the last 17 years dormant, have come back to life, at least in the garden of one New Jersey home. Author and journalist Warren Bobrow says the insects are making it difficult to work from home.
As predicted, cicadas that spent the last 17 years dormant, have come back to life, at least in the garden of one New Jersey home. Author and journalist Warren Bobrow says the insects are making it difficult to work from home.
Monday, June 17 2013 10:07 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:07:42 GMT
Actress Mireille Enos plays Brad Pitt's wife in the new movie, 'World War Z,' hitting theaters next week. The stunner also stars in AMC's 'The Killing.'
Actress Mireille Enos plays Brad Pitt's wife in the new movie, 'World War Z,' hitting theaters next week. The stunner also stars in AMC's 'The Killing.'
Monday, June 17 2013 10:05 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:05:21 GMT
Finding the right tuxedo or suit takes some work.Gone are the days when men grabbed the first thing on the rack, say tux shop owners.GDNY spoke with an expert about formal wear for men.
Finding the right tuxedo or suit takes some work.Gone are the days when men grabbed the first thing on the rack, say tux shop owners.GDNY spoke with an expert about formal wear for men.
Monday, June 17 2013 9:39 AM EDT2013-06-17 13:39:47 GMT
Jason Kidd has had one of the most impressive careers in basketball history. He's now adding another chapter to the story as the new head coach of the Brooklyn Nets. Kidd visited the set of GDNY on Monday and spoke about his new role and what is was like hanging up his jersey for good.
Jason Kidd has had one of the most impressive careers in basketball history. He's now adding another chapter to the story as the new head coach of the Brooklyn Nets. Kidd visited the set of GDNY on Monday and spoke about his new role and what is was like hanging up his jersey for good.
Friday, June 14 2013 2:05 PM EDT2013-06-14 18:05:08 GMT
The nation commemorates the adoption of the American flag on June 14. The Stars and Stripes, a symbol of American pride, were officially introduced in 1777.
The nation commemorates the adoption of the American flag on June 14. The Stars and Stripes, a symbol of American pride, were officially introduced in 1777. The 13 horizontal stripes and 50 white stars on the flag are loaded with symbolism. The red stands for hardiness and valor; the white, purity and the blue vigilance and justice.
Friday, June 14 2013 9:36 AM EDT2013-06-14 13:36:53 GMT
Friday marks six months since 26 people were shot dead at Newtown Elementary School. One of the victims was Avielle Rose Richman, daughter of Jeremy Richman and Jennifer Hensel. The couple- both scientists- has created The Avielle Foundation which seeks to find what causes violent behavior.
Friday marks six months since 26 people were shot dead at Newtown Elementary School. One of the victims was Avielle Rose Richman, daughter of Jeremy Richman and Jennifer Hensel. The couple- both scientists- has created The Avielle Foundation which seeks to find what causes violent behavior.
Friday, June 14 2013 9:26 AM EDT2013-06-14 13:26:59 GMT
On June 19, people across the country including Dr. Mehmet Oz will take part in National Dine Out Day. At the Jersey Shore, restaurants will be donating proceeds to the Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund. Dr. Oz previewed the event on Friday.
On June 19, people across the country including Dr. Mehmet Oz will take part in National Dine Out Day. At the Jersey Shore, restaurants will be donating proceeds to the Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund. Dr. Oz previewed the event on Friday.
