Family members of the late Sen. Frank Lautenberg (D-N.J.) said Monday they’re backing Rep. Frank Pallone in the Aug. 13 Democratic primary to fill the seat — and took a swipe at Newark Mayor Cory Booker while they were at it.
“Frank Pallone knows that gimmicks and celebrity status won’t get you very far in the real battles that Democrats face in the future,” members of Lautenberg’s family said in a statement. “… While it may not always attract glamorous headlines, Frank knows that to be effective you must put New Jersey and your principles first, not your own glory.”
As for Pallone, the statement said he would best carry on Lautenberg’s legacy.
“Deciding which candidate to endorse was not an easy decision. Most of the candidates in the Democratic field have proven themselves as hardworking, progressive leaders who care deeply about New Jersey,” the family said. “But only one of them stands out as ready to continue Frank Lautenberg’s progressive leadership in the U.S. Senate. … We are saying: Stick with Frank.” Read more in Politico.
Why back a congressman from a do nothing congress to go into a do nothing senate? Its time to throw out ALL incumbants in Washington.
One liberal to another.
Wake up. Stop voting to destroy this county.
Who cares what these people think? What makes us consider their opinion as meaningful? Because they happen to be related to someone?
Let’s start being nice to him so we can get more freebees…