WPCNJ Proudly Endorses Two Candidates in Legislative District 25
Trenton, NJ – The Women’s Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) proudly endorses Rupande Mehta for State Senate and Darcy Draeger for State Assembly in the 25th Legislative District. Mehta and Draeger support WPCNJ’s mission to uphold and protect reproductive freedom and achieve equal rights for all women.
WPCNJ is honored to support these talented women who are ready, willing and able to fight to improve the lives of all New Jersey citizens. Now, more than ever, it is critical that we come together and encourage New Jersey residents to vote and to protect the fundamental rights and freedoms we care so deeply about. WPCNJ feels very fortunate that the citizens of LD25 have the opportunity to vote for two well-qualified and dedicated women.
WPCNJ, founded in 1972, is a chapter of the National Women's Political Caucus. It is a multi-partisan organization dedicated to increasing the number of women in elected and appointed positions in government, protecting reproductive freedom and promoting equal rights for women.
WPCNJ Mourns the Loss of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
The Women’s Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) mourns the loss of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. She was the second woman to hold a seat on the US Supreme Court and served almost 30 years, becoming the most prominent member of our nation’s highest court.
Justice Ginsburg devoted her life to defending constitutional democracy and fighting tirelessly for gender equality. Her historic tenure profoundly improved the lives of American women.
She championed women’s rights against discrimination, push to secure voting rights and supported the right to access health care – including birth control.To say she’ll be missed is an understatement. She was a true trailblazer for all women.
As a women’s organization committed to, among other goals, protecting reproductive freedom and creating a women's political power base to achieve equality for ALL women, we rededicate our efforts to elect more pro-choice women to office and ensure Justice Ginsburg’s legacy is not only honored, but endured.
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WPCNJ Stands in Solidarity to Advance Equality
"The Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey expresses our deepest sympathies to the families of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Eric Garner, Kathryn Johnston and countless others that have lost their lives to senseless and racist violence.
As an organization that strives to achieve true equality for women in New Jersey, the Women's Political Caucus stands in solidarity with individuals and organizations dedicated to dismantling structural and systemic racism and achieving justice for victims of racism.
Meaningful equality will never be achieved until discrimination against ALL oppressed groups and individuals is fully eradicated.
We encourage our members and associates to consider supporting organizations working to advance equality and end systemic racism. A list is found below. Some educational opportunities are also found below. Please contact [email protected] if you have additional organizations you would like added to the list.
--Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey
WPCNJ Commends Governor Phil Murphy on his Nomination of Fabiana Pierre-Louis
The Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) commends Governor Phil Murphy on his nomination of Fabiana Pierre-Louis to serve on the New Jersey Supreme Court. If confirmed, the former U.S. attorney will become the first black woman to serve on the Court.
WPCNJ President Jennifer Mancuso stated, "WPCNJ believes that elevating more qualified women to high-level elected and appointed positions in government and in the judiciary is sorely needed to achieve meaningful equality for women and to add diverse perspectives that contribute to fairness and inclusivity necessary to govern our society. This is doubly true for women of color who face additional cultural and institutional barriers that stand in the way of their achievement to the highest levels of government. With her depth of experience and achievements, Ms. Pierre-Louis would serve the New Jersey Supreme Court well. WPCNJ supports Governor Murphy's nomination and applauds his efforts to add diversity to New Jersey's judicial system."
2020 WPCNJ State Legislator, Local and County Endorsements
The Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) is dedicated to increasing women's participation in the political process, increasing the number of women in elected and appointed office, protecting reproductive freedom, and creating a women's political
power base to achieve equality for all women.
If you are a 2020 woman candidate for the office of State Legislator, Mayor, At Large Freeholder, or County Executive - WPCNJ invites you to seek an endorsement. Candidates must be members of the Caucus in good standing and complete the endorsement questionnaire.
Please email [email protected] if you are interested in receiving a questionnaire.
New Jersey Needs More Women in High-Level Political, Elected and Appointed Positions
Jennifer Mancuso, the President of the Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ), testified on Wednesday during the Workgroup on Harassment, Misogyny and Sexual Assault in New Jersey Politics hearing. The committee, lead by Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver and Senator Loretta Weinberg, met to further discuss sexual harassment and misogyny in New Jersey politics.
Jennifer was quoted in Insider NJ for stating "sexual harassment is no surprise to any woman in state politics." She discussed that New Jersey needs more elected and appointed women in high-level political positions in government. And the place to start, was to put more women on the state's Reapportionment Commission.
We need to encourage and support more women who are willing to serve in positions of power, and we must hold our current leaders accountable when they do not facilitate that objective. Right now, both the Democratic and Republican Party have a chance to show that they are serious about changing current culture - which shapes what happens in private conversations
and more intimate interactions - and that they are willing to do something about ensuring
women and other marginalized groups are better represented, better supported and better
valued.
and more intimate interactions - and that they are willing to do something about ensuring
women and other marginalized groups are better represented, better supported and better
valued.
One of the WPCNJ's core objectives is to increase the number of elected and appointed women in office. It's clear achieving that goal requires working to remove barriers that hinder women from getting involved, or staying involved, in politics. New Jersey needs to do a better job supporting and promoting women's political leadership.
WPCNJ Hosts First Virtual Annual Meeting
The Women's Political Caucus hosted its first virtual Annual Meeting on Tuesday evening.
Congratulations to WPCNJ Officers, Board of Directors and WPCNJ PAC Chairs who were re-elected for another term.
Special thanks to Jeralyn Lawrence, Esq., Founder, Lawrence Law & Pam Yuen, Government Relations Manager, YWCA
for sharing their professional wisdom and providing resources available to victims of domestic violence.
WPCNJ Expresses Condolences Regarding the Loss of Ruth B. Mandel
Ruth’s extraordinary life is detailed in her obituary in The New York Times.
WPCNJ To Offer "Ready to Run" Scholarships
The Education and Training Fund of the Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey is sponsoring a limited number of scholarships for our members who wish to attend the world class Center for American Women and Politics 2020 Ready to Run®conference being held March 20-21. The conference provides training for candidates and campaign staff, as well as valuable information for those who want to know more about getting more women elected to office. Whether you are ready to run, thinking of running, or wondering how you can help get more women elected, Ready to Run® is for YOU!
* Open to WPCNJ members in good standing as of scholarship application date.
* Scholarship applications must be submitted through the Center for American Women and Politics.
(Please note "WPCNJ" in the "How did you hear?" part of the registration form)
Scholarships are limited and will be awarded to eligible applicants on a first come, first served basis.
