~ RTDC Mission statement ~
Raritan Township Democratic Club Mission Statement
- Support and elect Democrats in Raritan Township and all levels of government
- Organize Democrats and other like minded citizens to effect positive change at all levels of government
- Articulate and advocate positions consistent with our values
- Provide education about issues facing our community and our country
- Foster a clear understanding of political organizations, processes and roles & responsibilities at all levels of government
elected officials
Phil Murphy Governor of NJ
Phil Murphy has spent his life trying to fix problems and make people's lives better. A businessman, and not a career politician, Phil has fought for opportunity, fairness and justice through his involvement in the Democratic Party.
His experience, values and understanding that insider politics has failed us. has led the Governor to seek ways of building a better New Jersey for everyone.
Sheila Oliver Lieutenant Governor of NJ
Sheila Oliver has served in the NJ General Assembly since 2004, where she has represented the 34th Legislative District. She has served as Speaker of the NJ General Assembly from 2010 - 2014, making her only the 2nd woman to serve as Speaker.
Outside of the Legislature, Ms. Oliver works as an assistant administrator for Essex County.
Tom Malinowski Congressman
Tom Malinowski brings a host of skills as the newly elected member of the House of Representatives (2018). He has served under both Presidents Clinton and Obama and worked for Human Rights Watch.
Some of the issues that Malinowski is committed to fighting for include affordable healthcare, investing in our infrastructure, advancing women's rights, protecting the environment and restoring SALT (State and Local Tax) deductions.
Cory Booker US Senator
Since winning election to the United States Senate in October 2013, Cory Booker has been innovative, persistent and put partisanship aside, bringing people together to get things done for New Jersey.
Cory has focused on creating new jobs, improving economic opportunity for all New Jerseyans, speeding the pace of Hurricane Sandy recovery and addressing the economic squeeze facing middle class families.
Bob Menendez US Senator
Bob Menendez’s story is a quintessential American story. He grew up the son of immigrants in a tenement building in Union City and has risen to become one of 100 United States Senators. He has earned the reputation of a fighter for New Jersey families who puts their economic security and hometown security ahead of powerful special interests.
Senator Menendez’s career has been a tribute to his desire to protect the powerless from the powerful and ensure fairness for every American
Andrew Zwicker State Assembly
Andrew Zwicker, is serving his second term to the NJ State Assembly. In his 1st term, Andrew was the Primary Sponsor of 20 Bills and the Co-Sponsor of many others. Andrew has focused his attention on many environmental issues as well as health care issues, domestic violence and a statewide gun buyback program.
Andrew Zwicker, a scientist and teacher, has devoted his career to finding solutions to difficult problems. Offering fresh ideas, Andrew will continue to bring his pragmatic, no-nonsense approach to government.
Roy Freiman State Assembly
As a proven leader at Prudential for over 20 years, Roy brings a dynamic energy to the Senate. Roy and understands an important factor in succeeding is to provide solutions to issues. He also understands that collaboration is the key to finding the best solution. Our broken pension system and a struggling economy are two of his key concerns.
Roy has used the principles of collaboration to get the right solutions in the Legislature.
Roy is serving his first term in the NJ State Assembly.
