{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"Hunterdon County Democratic Committee","home_page_url":"https://hcdems.com","description":"Hunterdon County Democratic Committee","author":{"name":"Hunterdon County Democratic Committee"},"items":[{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/frenchtown-celebrates-pride-week-starting-on-june-22","html_content":"

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/frenchtown-celebrates-pride-week-starting-on-june-22","title":"Frenchtown Celebrates Pride Week Starting on June 22","date_modified":"2026-06-23T00:54:13Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/new-hcdc-officers-elected-for-2026-2028","html_content":"

Hunterdon Democrats came together on Saturday, June 20, for the Committee's Organization Meeting, marking the start of a new two-year term and the work ahead.

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Join the Flemington Borough Democrats for Picnic in the Park on Saturday, July 12, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Tuccamirgan Park. Enjoy good food, meet new friends, and spend time with the 2026 Democratic candidates in a r...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/picnic-in-the-park-with-the-flemington-dems","title":"Picnic in the Park with The Flemington Dems! ","summary":"Join the Flemington Borough Democrats for Picnic in the Park on Saturday, July 12, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Tuccamirgan Park. Enjoy good food, meet new friends, and spend time with the 2026 Democratic candidates in a r...","date_modified":"2026-06-19T15:44:56Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/rebecca-bennett-earns-afl-cio-endorsement-over-tom-kean","html_content":"

In case you missed it: The NJ AFL-CIO, representing 1 million union members, endorsed Rebecca Bennett for CD-7 and lend their support on behalf of working families across the state.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/rebecca-bennett-earns-afl-cio-endorsement-over-tom-kean","title":"Rebecca Bennett earns AFL-CIO Endorsement over Tom Kean","summary":"In case you missed it: The NJ AFL-CIO, representing 1 million union members, endorsed Rebecca Bennett for CD-7 and lend their support on behalf of working families across the state.","date_modified":"2026-06-19T15:41:05Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/notes-from-the-campaign-trail","html_content":"

Our county candidates had a busy week connecting with voters and celebrating the communities that make Hunterdon special.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/notes-from-the-campaign-trail","title":"Notes from the Campaign Trail","summary":"Our county candidates had a busy week connecting with voters and celebrating the communities that make Hunterdon special.","date_modified":"2026-06-19T15:34:20Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/democrats-gather-in-tewksbury-after-the-primary","html_content":"

The Tewksbury Democrats hosted a fantastic Meet & Mingle that was the perfect reminder of where we go from here. Now that the primary is behind us, it is time to roll up our sleeves and fight for our Democratic values up...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/democrats-gather-in-tewksbury-after-the-primary","title":"Democrats Gather in Tewksbury After the Primary","summary":"The Tewksbury Democrats hosted a fantastic Meet & Mingle that was the perfect reminder of where we go from here. Now that the primary is behind us, it is time to roll up our sleeves and fight for our Democratic values up...","date_modified":"2026-06-11T16:34:52Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/rebecca-bennett-wins-cd-7-primary-ready-to-take-on-kean-jr","html_content":"

Democrat Rebecca Bennett, who topped a field of four in yesterday’s primary in NJ’s CD-7, said voters viewed her as the candidate most likely to flip the seat in one of the most closely watched races in the nation.“Reall...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/rebecca-bennett-wins-cd-7-primary-ready-to-take-on-kean-jr","title":"Rebecca Bennett Wins CD-7 Primary, Ready to Take on Kean Jr.","summary":"Democrat Rebecca Bennett, who topped a field of four in yesterday’s primary in NJ’s CD-7, said voters viewed her as the candidate most likely to flip the seat in one of the most closely watched races in the nation.“Reall...","date_modified":"2026-06-04T02:00:19Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/early-voting-is-underway---bring-your-voice-to-the-ballot-box","html_content":"

Registered voters can cast their ballot at any location in the county now through May 31. Early voting hours are Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/early-voting-is-underway---bring-your-voice-to-the-ballot-box","title":"Early Voting is Underway - Bring Your Voice to the Ballot Box","summary":"Registered voters can cast their ballot at any location in the county now through May 31. Early voting hours are Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.","date_modified":"2026-05-29T15:01:27Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/kim-pepper-sprayed-sherrill-denied-access-at-delaney-hall","html_content":"

U.S. Senator Andy Kim was pepper sprayed by ICE agents outside Newark’s Delaney Hall detention center on Memorial Day during chaotic clashes between protesters and federal agents outside the complex, and Gov. Mikie Sherr...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/kim-pepper-sprayed-sherrill-denied-access-at-delaney-hall","title":"Kim Pepper Sprayed, Sherrill Denied Access At Delaney Hall","summary":"U.S. Senator Andy Kim was pepper sprayed by ICE agents outside Newark’s Delaney Hall detention center on Memorial Day during chaotic clashes between protesters and federal agents outside the complex, and Gov. Mikie Sherr...","date_modified":"2026-05-29T14:59:36Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/insider-njstimsight-poll-finds-bennett-leads-the-field","html_content":"

Among the four Democratic candidates vying to take on Rep. Tom Kean, Jr. in New Jersey’s 7th District, Rebecca Bennett has built a clear lead among likely primary voters. She currently has 31% of the initial vote choice ...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/insider-njstimsight-poll-finds-bennett-leads-the-field","title":"Insider NJ/StimSight Poll Finds Bennett Leads the Field","summary":"Among the four Democratic candidates vying to take on Rep. Tom Kean, Jr. in New Jersey’s 7th District, Rebecca Bennett has built a clear lead among likely primary voters. She currently has 31% of the initial vote choice ...","date_modified":"2026-05-22T11:50:00Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/high-bridge-and-delaware-township-turn-up-the-volume","html_content":"

High Bridge and Delaware Township Democrats recently hosted HCDC sponsored new voter outreach meet and greets welcoming new Democrats to connect with local committee members, talk about the issues that matter most to the...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/high-bridge-and-delaware-township-turn-up-the-volume","title":"High Bridge and Delaware Township Turn Up The Volume","summary":"High Bridge and Delaware Township Democrats recently hosted HCDC sponsored new voter outreach meet and greets welcoming new Democrats to connect with local committee members, talk about the issues that matter most to the...","date_modified":"2026-05-22T11:48:16Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/bennett-for-congress-event-on-may-17","html_content":"

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/bennett-for-congress-event-on-may-17","title":"Bennett for Congress Event on May 17","date_modified":"2026-05-11T19:15:20Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/join-us-for-a-special-evening-supporting-hunterdon-democrats","html_content":"

The Hunterdon County Democratic Committee invites you to an evening of leadership, connection, and momentum on Monday, May 11 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Dolce Restaurant in Flemington as we continue building toward a str...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/join-us-for-a-special-evening-supporting-hunterdon-democrats","title":"Join a Special Evening for Democrats!","summary":"The Hunterdon County Democratic Committee invites you to an evening of leadership, connection, and momentum on Monday, May 11 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Dolce Restaurant in Flemington as we continue building toward a str...","date_modified":"2026-05-01T01:27:45Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/skip-the-flowers-take-action-instead","html_content":"

This Mother’s Day weekend, action takes center stage.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/skip-the-flowers-take-action-instead","title":"Skip the flowers. Take action instead.","summary":"This Mother’s Day weekend, action takes center stage.","date_modified":"2026-05-01T01:15:23Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/orourke-endorses-rebecca-bennett-for-cd-7","html_content":"

Nearly a month after ending her own campaign for New Jersey’s 7th congressional district, Megan O’Rourke is endorsing one of her former Democratic primary rivals, Rebecca Bennett.\n O’Rourke, a climate scientist and Warre...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/orourke-endorses-rebecca-bennett-for-cd-7","title":"O'Rourke Endorses Rebecca Bennett for CD-7","summary":"Nearly a month after ending her own campaign for New Jersey’s 7th congressional district, Megan O’Rourke is endorsing one of her former Democratic primary rivals, Rebecca Bennett.\n O’Rourke, a climate scientist and Warre...","date_modified":"2026-04-18T00:33:12Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/most-corrupt-politians-of-2026","html_content":"

The 19 politicians on this year's Most Corrupt list don’t represent their districts — they represent the interests of billionaire and corporate lobbies like Big Pharma, Big Oil, and Big Tech. Collectively, they have take...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/most-corrupt-politians-of-2026","title":"Most Corrupt Politicians of 2026","summary":"The 19 politicians on this year's Most Corrupt list don’t represent their districts — they represent the interests of billionaire and corporate lobbies like Big Pharma, Big Oil, and Big Tech. Collectively, they have take...","date_modified":"2026-04-18T00:30:39Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/bennett-and-reynolds-jackson-pick-up-union-endorsement","html_content":"

The Communications Workers of America (CWA) District 1 today released its endorsements in two closely watched New Jersey congressional primary contests.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/bennett-and-reynolds-jackson-pick-up-union-endorsement","title":"Union Endorses Bennett and Reynolds-Jackson","summary":"The Communications Workers of America (CWA) District 1 today released its endorsements in two closely watched New Jersey congressional primary contests.","date_modified":"2026-04-13T16:50:42Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/happening-in-high-bridge-new-canvass-launches-every-weekend","html_content":"

We win when we show up, have real conversations, and stay present in our communities. That work is already underway in High Bridge.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/happening-in-high-bridge-new-canvass-launches-every-weekend","title":"Happening in High Bridge: New Canvass Launches Every Weekend","summary":"We win when we show up, have real conversations, and stay present in our communities. That work is already underway in High Bridge.","date_modified":"2026-04-13T16:47:24Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/hc-dems-turn-out-at-no-kings","html_content":"

Hunterdon Democrats powered the No Kings rally in Lambertville on March 28, showing up to declare: No more! No Kings!

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/hc-dems-turn-out-at-no-kings","title":"HC Dems Turn Out at No Kings","summary":"Hunterdon Democrats powered the No Kings rally in Lambertville on March 28, showing up to declare: No more! No Kings!","date_modified":"2026-03-29T00:32:24Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/electeds-caucus-brings-together-best-ideas-common-cause","html_content":"

Elected officials from across Hunterdon County convened on March 26 for the inaugural meeting of the Hunterdon County Elected Officials Caucus, a new collaborative forum designed to strengthen local governance through sh...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/electeds-caucus-brings-together-best-ideas-common-cause","title":"Electeds Caucus Brings Together Best Ideas, Common Cause","summary":"Elected officials from across Hunterdon County convened on March 26 for the inaugural meeting of the Hunterdon County Elected Officials Caucus, a new collaborative forum designed to strengthen local governance through sh...","date_modified":"2026-03-27T13:29:55Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/let%E2%80%99s-paint-hunterdon-blueone-lawn-at-a-time","html_content":"

Campaigns aren’t just won at the doors or on the phones—they’re won in the everyday moments people move through their communities. On their commute. Walking their dog. Driving down Main Street.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/let%E2%80%99s-paint-hunterdon-blueone-lawn-at-a-time","title":"Let’s Paint Hunterdon Blue....One Lawn at a Time!","summary":"Campaigns aren’t just won at the doors or on the phones—they’re won in the everyday moments people move through their communities. On their commute. Walking their dog. Driving down Main Street.","date_modified":"2026-03-27T13:11:21Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/momentum-building-in-milford-and-holland-township","html_content":"

This week, Democrats in Milford and Holland Township came together with common goals, shared energy, and a focus on what’s next.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/momentum-building-in-milford-and-holland-township","title":"Momentum Building in Milford and Holland Township!","summary":"This week, Democrats in Milford and Holland Township came together with common goals, shared energy, and a focus on what’s next.","date_modified":"2026-03-27T13:09:23Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/persuasion-canvass-in-flemington","html_content":"

The next phase of this campaign is here, and it starts at the doors.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/persuasion-canvass-in-flemington","title":"Persuasion Canvass in Flemington","summary":"The next phase of this campaign is here, and it starts at the doors.","date_modified":"2026-03-27T13:03:53Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/our-2026-candidates","html_content":"

Hunterdon Democrats are fired up, organized, and ready to win in 2026.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/our-2026-candidates","title":"Our 2026 Candidates!","summary":"Hunterdon Democrats are fired up, organized, and ready to win in 2026.","date_modified":"2026-03-19T19:23:40Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/a-weekend-of-energy-action-and-momentum","html_content":"

On March 14 and 15, Hunterdon Democrats showed up in force across Flemington, Lambertville, and Tewksbury—and the energy was undeniable.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/a-weekend-of-energy-action-and-momentum","title":"A Weekend of Energy, Action, and Momentum","summary":"On March 14 and 15, Hunterdon Democrats showed up in force across Flemington, Lambertville, and Tewksbury—and the energy was undeniable.","date_modified":"2026-03-19T19:21:03Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/hcdc-makes-endorsements-at-high-energy-convention","html_content":"

Hunterdon Democrats came together in force at Stangl Factory in Flemington for this year’s HCDC Endorsement Convention, a moment that set the tone for the months ahead and showed just how energized our local party is.

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/hcdc-makes-endorsements-at-high-energy-convention","title":"HCDC Endorses Senate, Congress, and Commissioner Candidates","summary":"Hunterdon Democrats came together in force at Stangl Factory in Flemington for this year’s HCDC Endorsement Convention, a moment that set the tone for the months ahead and showed just how energized our local party is.","date_modified":"2026-03-06T01:11:23Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/whos-to-blame-for-njs-affordability-crisis-trump-and-kean","html_content":"

Published by MyCentralJersey.com on 2/25/2026

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/whos-to-blame-for-njs-affordability-crisis-trump-and-kean","title":"Trump and Kean are to blame for NJ's affordability crisis","summary":"Published by MyCentralJersey.com on 2/25/2026","date_modified":"2026-02-26T21:34:04Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/ready-to-run%C2%AE-new-jersey-training-opportunity","html_content":"

Looking to take the next step in public service, campaign work, or civic leadership? The Rutgers Center for American Women and Politics is hosting its Ready to Run® New Jersey training on March 20–21, 2026 at the Douglas...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/ready-to-run%C2%AE-new-jersey-training-opportunity","title":"Ready to Run® New Jersey Training Opportunity","summary":"Looking to take the next step in public service, campaign work, or civic leadership? The Rutgers Center for American Women and Politics is hosting its Ready to Run® New Jersey training on March 20–21, 2026 at the Douglas...","date_modified":"2026-02-26T21:29:16Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/americans-the-state-of-the-union-is-not-strong-under-trump","html_content":"

When thinking about the state of the union, a majority of Americans, say the United States is not very strong or not strong at all. In fact, six in ten Americans think the country is worse off than it was a year ago, and...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/americans-the-state-of-the-union-is-not-strong-under-trump","title":"State of the Union is not Strong under Trump","summary":"When thinking about the state of the union, a majority of Americans, say the United States is not very strong or not strong at all. In fact, six in ten Americans think the country is worse off than it was a year ago, and...","date_modified":"2026-02-25T12:54:46Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/join-a-no-kings-event-on-march-28","html_content":"

From our friends at Indivisible...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/join-a-no-kings-event-on-march-28","title":"Join a \"No Kings\" Event on March 28","summary":"From our friends at Indivisible...","date_modified":"2026-02-19T20:02:10Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/notice-of-candidates-%E2%80%93-hcdc-endorsement-convention","html_content":"

February 18, 2026

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/notice-of-candidates-%E2%80%93-hcdc-endorsement-convention","title":"NOTICE OF CANDIDATES – HCDC ENDORSEMENT CONVENTION","summary":"February 18, 2026","date_modified":"2026-02-19T16:32:28Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/hunterdon-county-turns-out","html_content":"

About half of registered New Jersey voters cast a ballot in the 2025 general

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/hunterdon-county-turns-out","title":"Hunterdon County Turns Out! ","summary":"About half of registered New Jersey voters cast a ballot in the 2025 general","date_modified":"2025-11-15T18:02:42Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/tom-kean-jr-sherrill-district-congressman","html_content":"

When Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-Westfield) runs for re-election next year, he’ll be

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/tom-kean-jr-sherrill-district-congressman","title":"Tom Kean Jr., Sherrill-district congressman","summary":"When Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-Westfield) runs for re-election next year, he’ll be","date_modified":"2025-11-15T17:33:54Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/watch-senator-andy-kim-speak-at-the-hcdc-blueprint-dinner","html_content":"

It was an honor to hear from Senator Andy Kim at the HCDC Blueprint Dinner, whose remarks were both inspiring and insightful. His perspective on the challe...

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/watch-senator-andy-kim-speak-at-the-hcdc-blueprint-dinner","title":"Watch Senator Andy Kim Speak at the HCDC Blueprint Dinner ","summary":" It was an honor to hear from Senator Andy Kim at the HCDC Blueprint Dinner, whose remarks were both inspiring and insightful. His perspective on the challe...","date_modified":"2025-10-20T22:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/hcdc-cuts-ribbon-on-new-office-on-main-street-in-flemington","html_content":"

Thanks to the amazing elected officials, friends, neighbors, and allies who joined us to officially open our new office located at 111 Main Street in Flemington!

","url":"https://hcdems.com/news/f/hcdc-cuts-ribbon-on-new-office-on-main-street-in-flemington","title":"HCDC Cuts Ribbon on New Office on Main Street in Flemington","summary":"Thanks to the amazing elected officials, friends, neighbors, and allies who joined us to officially open our new office located at 111 Main Street in Flemington! ","date_modified":"2025-05-12T23:18:58Z"}]}