Carmen Bucco will run for a State Assembly seat in the 20th legislative district after running twice for Congress in New Jersey’s 10th district last year. In one of the most firmly Democratic House districts in the country, Bucco started 2024 as the Republican opponent of Rep. Donald Payne, Jr. (D-Newark). Following Payne’s passing in April, Bucco submitted a bid to run in a special election in September. LaMonica McIver, a Democrat, defeated him 81%-16% in the special election and 74%-22% in the general election held in November.
Our county has had difficulties for far too long, which can only be resolved with strong and capable leadership. According to Bucco, this year offers a chance to fervently support the rights and well-being of our neighbors. I’m determined to provide the capable leadership required to bring about significant change and put an end to the persistent problems we’ve been dealing with.
Democrats now hold the seats in the 20th district: Reginald Atkins (D-Roselle) is stepping down after two terms, while Annette Quijano (D-Elizabeth) is running again.
In 2023, Bucco defeated Joseph Cryan (D-Union) by a margin of 25% in the contest for the State Senate.
James Curcio, a three-term surrogate from Atlantic County, will face up against Sherri Parmenter, a three-term member of the Galloway school board. On March 2, she is scheduled to compete for party support at the Atlantic County Democratic convention. In 2010, Curcio—a former freeholder—was chosen as the surrogate for the first time.
According to Parmenter, many people in our community are unaware of the vital services the Surrogate’s Office offers during the most trying moments in life. My campaign is dedicated to informing the public about its crucial function and making sure Atlantic County has a leader who combines a strong dedication to our community with legal knowledge.
