ELECTION 2023

John Mackay’s work and accomplishment through life includes raising his family in Raritan Township, volunteering for his church, serving his Country in the US Coast Guard, actively participating in Raritan Township local governance and a career that has taught him the value of hard work and education. 

On March 1st, 2017, John retired from his life’s work as a union carpenter. A job he started as a young man working as a laborer on a job site and ended as the Training Director at Carpenters Training center which was a 68,000 square foot training facility located in Northern New Jersey with 12 fulltime Instructors, 8 part time Instructors and 4 office personnel. He has worked in the training and educational environment since 1976, part time for ten years and full time for 31. Education has been at the core of his advancement culminating with a recent Masters in Educational Technology and Online Learning through Thomas Edison State University. 

Since retirement John has focused his life’s work on community activism at home. John actively participates at Raritan Township Committee Meetings, seeks opportunities to support his fellow veterans at local events and teaches young people the trade of carpentry on a part time basis. 

His resume is long and accomplished and it is well characterized in John’s statement below.

"I believe everyone deserves an opportunity. Whether it is an opportunity to get a good education, occupational training or a well-paying job. I was told my first day on a union construction job by the Business Rep sending me out. He said “I can put you on the job, but I can’t carry your toolbox” What an individual does with the opportunity is up to them, but I would like to help them prepare to get that opportunity."

All donations are greatly appreciated and will be used to help John & Khush win their race for Raritan Township Committee.

Khushwant “Khush” Pall, was born and raised in Flemington, NJ.    Khush attended local schools and earned an Associate’s Degree in Business from Raritan Valley Community College.  While he was a student at RVCC, Khush served as President of Student Government Association, presiding over 8000 students and over 40 organizations. After graduation, he was elected as an alumni representative for his graduating class and served on the RVCC Board of Governors. Khush furthered his education at Rutgers Business School, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance. Khush currently works as a Senior Manager for a major financial institution.

Khush is also a member of the Flemington-Raritan Rescue Squad and the Three Bridges Volunteer Fire Company. Khush feels that it is truly an honor to serve the community.  His philosophy on public service is captured in his statement below. 

"It is very important for me to give back to my roots and to never forget where I come from, nor the people along the way. I will continue working towards making our community an inclusive place to live; one we can proudly pass on to the next generation.   My areas of focus are public safety, supporting small businesses, mental health concerns during these uncertain times, and to ensure a diverse/inclusive environment for all where everyone’s voice is heard.”

All donations are greatly appreciated and will be used to help John & Khush win their race for Raritan Township Committee.