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Greener is Better!

Tuesday July 31st was a great day for

environmentalists of Mercer County. In the

scenic setting surrounding D&R Greenway

Land Trust in Princeton, Governor Corzine

Happy 4th of July!

7/5/09 - On July 4th, Assemblyman Gusciora joined fellow members of the Mercer County community for the annual Ewing Township 4th of July Parade. Despite the threat of rain, thousands of people still attended the festivities to celebrate America’s 233rd birthday. “People certainly aren’t letting the fowl weather spoil the celebration,” said a joyous Gusciora. “I can think of no better example of the American spirit for this special day.”

Donate your old cell phone to Cell Phones for Soldiers!

5/20/09 - Assemblyman Gusciora is urging all citizens to donate their unneeded cell phones to Cell Phones for Soldiers. The Assemblyman’s district office at 226 West State Street in Trenton will be a drop-off site for any person looking to donate their old equipment. Every cell phone donated and recycled will give a soldier one hour of talk time with their family and friends. Click here to visit the Cell Phones for Soldiers website.

Join Reed on Facebook!

6/25/09 - Assemblyman Reed Gusciora is always looking for more people to join his groups on Facebook. Recently, Assemblyman Gusciora started the group “New Jersey LGBT for Obama” (click here to join) and also has another group “Students for Reed Gusciora” (click here to join). If you have a facebook, don’t hesitate to join the groups and show support for one of the most progressive legislators in the state of New Jersey!

Gusciora Pleased with Grant

8/27/09 - Assemblyman Reed Gusciora commended the New Jersey Community Action Association (NJCAA) for securing a $4 million grant for low-income residence weatherization. The grant comes from the State Department of Community Affairs (DCA) through the federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Gusciora was very pleased with NJCAA for their work in securing the grant. Read More.

Gusciora Advocates Governor’s Plan

9/16/09 - Assemblyman Commerce and Economic Development Chairman Reed Gusciora (D-Mercer) released the following statement September 15, 2009 on Gov. Jon S. Corzine’s plan to encourage businesses to hire New Jerseyans who have exhausted unemployment benefits: “With so many having already exhausted their unemployment benefits, the last thing we could do was stand idle, so I’m so pleased Gov. Corzine has come up with yet another creative and innovative way to get people back to work and help businesses thrive. Time and time again Gov. Corzine and Democrats have been ahead of the curve in fighting this global economic recession...Read More.

Gusciora Wins Debate!

9/20/09 - Assemblyman Reed Gusciora visited Villa Victoria Academy in West Trenton on Sept. 17, 2009 to participate in a National Constitution Day Debate with Asm. Michael Patrick Carroll (R-Morris). Over 100 students grades 7-12 were on hand to listen to Reed and Asm. Carroll discuss such topics as whether government smoking bans and seat belt laws were constitutional, the growth of the power of the Executive Branch, and the limits on freedom of speech. “It’s always great to be able to inspire students to get involved,” said Gusciora. “Democracy only works when people are involved.”

Addressing Homelessness

9/25/09 - Legislation sponsored by six Assembly Democrats to give counties the ability to establish grant programs to address homelessness was signed into law on Sept 24, 2009 by Gov. Jon S. Corzine. The law (A-3101) is sponsored by Assembly Majority Leader Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-Mercer) and Assembly members Nilsa Cruz-Perez (D-Camden), Mila Jasey (D-Essex), Elease Evans (D-Passaic), Reed Gusciora (D-Mercer) and Nellie Pou (D-Passaic). “Our measure does more than reduce homelessness,” Gusciora said. “It also supports those on the precipice of being homeless, which is why I’m especially enthusiastic about the supportive services...Read More.

Gusciora Honored as Legislator of the Year!

10/9/09 - On October 8th, 2009 Reed was honored as legislator of the year by the Mercer Alliance to End Homelessness. Reed was a sponsor of the law to allow county governments to actively address the homelessness crisis in New Jersey. In the photo (right) is Assemblyman Gusciora with the Executive Director of the Mercer Alliance and a Mercer Alliance Board member.

Gusciora Rocks

Community Days

10/11/09 - If your town had a fair or community day recently, you probably saw Reed out there. As usual, Reed has been out and about in Mercer County, discussing issues with constituents. In early October, the 15th District Legislative Office ran a district office outreach program at the Hopewell Harvest Fair. Reed was also at Ewing Community Day, Lawrence Community Day, and the Mercer County Italian American Festival. Reed and his legislative district mate Bonnie Watson Coleman have been knocking on doors and walking around in our communities. Keep an eye out as the Gus Bus rolls through your town!

Are you supporting

Reed Gusciora?

10/25/09 - If you are, there is some good news; you are definitely not alone! On October 23rd, Reed announced his most recent list of endorsements. The groups range from those concerned with environmental issues, good government, health care professionals, police and firefighters, teachers, and labor groups. Click here for the full list of groups who are endorsing the reelection of Reed Gusciora.