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OPINION: A call for crackdown on illegal construction labor
The director of the Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Union of New Jersey says the state must tackle illegal construction labor practices to protect workers, improve safety and ensure fair competition.
OPINION: NYC delivery proposal may be NJ’s opportunity
The president of Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey writes that NYC’s Delivery Protection Act could raise costs, limit flexibility and push logistics firms to the Garden State, impacting jobs and supply chains.
Campaign texting now routine; managing responses is not
Political text messaging is reshaping campaign strategy in New Jersey, as campaigns manage voter responses, compliance and engagement.
OPINION: Bergen criticizes NJBIA, state Chamber leadership
Assemblyman Brian Bergen, R-26th District, criticizes NJBIA and the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce, arguing the business groups have failed to oppose mandates and taxes.
OPINION: PBMs drive up drug costs for NJ employers
New Jersey Hospital Association President and CEO Cathy Bennett writes New Jersey employers face rising prescription costs as PBMs profit from rebates and spread pricing, raising employee out-of-pocket expenses.
OPINION: Cap on Aspire tax credits threatens NJ development
The author says a limit on New Jersey’s Aspire tax credit program could stall housing and redevelopment projects as construction costs rise.
OPINION: Kimberly-Clark, Kenvue merger could benefit consumers
An economics expert writes that the proposed Kimberly-Clark–Kenvue merger could boost consumer health innovation, strengthen U.S. competitiveness and preserve choice.
OPINION: Sherrill’s pause on independent contractor rules should stand
The president of Jersey 1st backs Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s 90-day pause of New Jersey's independent contractor rule, citing economic impact.
OPINION: World Cup offers major moment for NJ Hispanic community
Carlos Medina argues the World Cup presents a moment the Hispanic community has earned — and a market the region can’t ignore.
OPINION: Federal loan policy threatens New Jersey nursing pipeline
Judy Schmidt, CEO of the New Jersey State Nurses Association, said the rules exclude the practice as a professional degree, limiting graduate funding and worsening New Jersey’s nursing shortage.
OPINION: Energy affordability must lead New Jersey policy in 2026
Rising utility costs are squeezing New Jersey families. The chairman of the National Hispanic Energy Council says leaders must pursue energy policies that protect affordability in 2026 and beyond.
OPINION: Consumers are drowning in debt; Gov. Murphy can throw a lifeline
Why Gov. Murphy should sign a bill allowing New Jersey consumers to access debt settlement services, as residents of neighboring states can.
