Tonight, I received a message from someone I respect very much, and it gave me some clarity that I needed. It reminded me of something that has been important to me from the beginning: doing what I believe is right for the people of Mahwah is what matters most to me. This is my first campaign for political office, and I’ve learned very quickly how fast these campaigns move. There are so many different ups and downs, and at times, a campaign can take on a life of its own. I ca

Local elections are different from national elections in many important ways. They are often less about political parties and more about the people who will make decisions about roads, taxes, development, public safety, recreation, municipal services, and the future of the community. One distinction voters may encounter during a local election is the difference between independent candidates and candidates running as part of a slate or team. Understanding that difference can