Tammy Murphy sent money to five female New Jersey congressional candidates

A political action committee led by First Lady Tammy Murphy has maxed out all five women running for the U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey.

The Stronger, Fairer PAC gave $3,300 each to Reps. Bonnie Watson-Coleman (D-Ewing), Miki Sherrill (D-Montclair) and LaMonica McIver (D-Newark), as well as $3,300 each to Sue Altman of the 7th districts and Nellie Pou. in the 9th.

“There has never been a more critical time to support women running for office,” said Murphy, PAC Emeritus Chair. “Let’s be clear: Our reproductive rights are on the ballot. Our healthcare is in the spotlight. Child care, elder care, affordability and many other issues that disproportionately affect women are all on the ballot.”

Watson-Coleman, Sherrill and McIver are seeking re-election; Altman is challenging Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-Westfield), while Pou, a veteran state senator from Passaic County, is the Democratic candidate for the seat held until August by the late Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr. (D-Westfield). parties). Paterson).

Murphy’s Senate campaign account also donated $2,000 each to five female congressional candidates.

“I want to send a message to everyone who opposes the women’s agenda in Washington: We will not back down and we will not go away,” Murphy said.