2018 New Jersey US Senate Voters Guide
Robert Hugin (R) vs Robert Menendez (D)
The Candidates
Legal. “Pro-choice.” Opposes late-term abortions unless life of mother is at risk.
Legal. “Strongly support a woman’s right to choose.” Cosponsored bill preventing medically unneeded restrictions.
No position on disclosure laws or Citizens United.
Yes. Cosponsored DISCLOSE Act requiring disclosure. Says Citizens United ”rolled back decades of progress.”
No stand found.
No. Women have the right to affordable contraceptive services.
The pharmaceutical company that Hugin led, Celgene, spent $2.8 million lobbying to block cheaper generic alternatives to a key drug. Celgene also paid $280 million to settle claims that its drug marketing defrauded state & federal health programs.
Menendez was charged for allegedly doing political favors for a friend while accepting six-figure campaign contributions & undisclosed gifts like luxury hotel stays. Prosecutor dropped charges after jury hung 10-2 for acquittal & judge said the case didn’t hold up. Senate committee then “severely admonished” him.
Yes. “Based on everything I know now, I would support Judge Kavanaugh.”
No. To confirm “Kavanaugh with what we know now would be to forever tarnish” the Court’s credibility.
Yes. “In the end, we’re going to get a better deal with China.”
No stand found, but supports expanded charter schools.
No stand found.
No. Criticizes disbanding of CFPB’s Consumer Advisory Board.
Yes. “I support a path to citizenship for people who are here building a constructive, productive life.“
Yes. “These kids have grown up as Americans.” Also helped craft broader bipartisan immigration bill.
No stand found.
Yes. Supported 2014 bill to raise to $10.10/hr within 2 years.
No stand found.
Yes. Otherwise higher prices & higher barriers to small business.
Strongly critical. Called Trump’s racial remarks “heartbreaking, maddening & disgusting.” Voted with Trump 23%.
Yes. Has supported expanding renewable energy credits by cutting oil company tax breaks.
No stand found.
Hesitant. Concerned that Saudi war in Yemen furthers human rights crisis.
No stand found.
Yes. Supports Warren proposal. Backed America’s College Promise Act making 2 years of community college free.
No stand found.
No. “Must do everything in our power to protect all Americans’ right to vote.“
Other senate candidates include Murray Sabrin (L) & Madelyn Hoffman (G). Due to limited space, we can only include candidates who poll 15% or higher, but encourage you to check out their websites.
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