FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 30th, 2025
Latino Action Network Endorses Leaders Committed to Our Community
[Trenton, NJ] — The Latino Action Network is proud to announce its endorsements of leaders at the state and local level who are committed to advancing the organization’s mission of equity, education, economic empowerment, health, and civic engagement in New Jersey.
In the current political climate—marked by challenges to Latina/Latino representation, equitable policy, and public education—the Network is supporting candidates who share its commitment to strong, inclusive governance. In addition, the organization will continue to support candidates at the state and federal levels who align with the principles of social justice, equity, and inclusion. We ask our members, constituents, and New Jersey voters to ensure that our state remains powerful, not because it takes away from our citizens, but because it empowers them. The Latino Action Network offers the following slate of candidates for your consideration.
Governor Endorsement:
- Mikie Sherrill
Legislative Latino Caucus Members Endorsed:
- Assemblywoman Alixon Collazos‑Gill (District 27)
- Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez (District 19)
- Assemblywoman Rosy Bagolie (District 27)
- Assemblyman Gabriel Rodriguez (District 33)
- Assemblywoman Carmen Theresa Morales (District 34)
- Assemblywoman Annette Quijano (District 20)
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Assemblywoman Eliana Pintor Marin (District 29)
Other Legislative Endorsements:
- Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin (LD 19)
- Assemblyman Anthony S. Verrelli (LD 16)
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Guy Citron & Troy Powell (Challenger, LD23)
Local Education:
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- Jansel Fuentes Jiménez (Plainfield BOE)
- Barbara J. Cepeda (North Brunswick BOE)
- Noemi Velázquez (Jersey City BOE)
Jersey City Endorsements:
- Bill O’Dea (Mayor)
- Councilman Daniel Rivera (At-Large, City Council)
- Kristen Zadroga-Heart (At-Large, City Council)
- Tom Zuppa (Ward C, City Council)
- Elvi Dominici Encarnación (Ward D, City Council)
- David Rios (Ward B, City Council)
- Fernando Garcia (At-Large, City Council)
“These leaders embody the values and priorities of the Latino Action Network at a critical moment for New Jersey’s communities,” said Javier Robles, President of Latino Action Network. “They are committed to expanding our mission and ensuring Latino voices are represented in policymaking. Endorsing candidates who align with our mission strengthens the foundation for equity and inclusion in our state.”
The Latino Action Network encourages voters to make their voices heard in the upcoming elections and support candidates who will advance policies that benefit Latino communities and New Jersey as a whole.
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