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MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, shown in July 2023.
Jun 5, 2026

NJ voters expect World Cup economic boost, traffic woes

The latest Rutgers-Eagleton Poll finds residents believe the world's largest sporting event will help lift the local economy; however, concerns about traffic, transit crowding and delays persist.

Data center
May 7, 2026

Stockton poll: 56% back local bans on AI data centers

A new Stockton survey finds strong opposition to local AI data centers, with respondents citing energy costs and environmental concerns.

New Jersey state flag on money
Apr 16, 2026

Rutgers poll: NJ residents downbeat on economy, cost of living

A Rutgers-Eagleton poll finds growing dissatisfaction among New Jerseyans on the economy and increasing frustrations with rising cost of living and taxes.

Car fuel gasoline station gas. Car fuels concept
Apr 15, 2026

Rutgers poll finds New Jersey households still strained by costs

New results from the latest Rutgers-Eagleton poll show affordability struggles persist, with gas prices rising even as housing, food and utility pressures reportedly ease.

First ride across the new Portal North Bridge
Apr 9, 2026

Sherrill earns early approval in Rutgers-Eagleton poll

Voters give Gov. Mikie Sherrill favorable marks in the new Rutgers-Eagleton poll; however, affordability, taxes and cost of living remain concerns.

Uber driver
Mar 12, 2026

Exclusive: NJ voters support gig workers as independent contractors

A 2026 poll of N.J. voters finds 75% of voters support gig drivers staying independent contractors with access to portable benefits in rideshare and delivery jobs.

A stock image of the White House with a rubber-stamped "TARIFFS" overlaid to denote trade issues.
Feb 26, 2026

Poll: 2 in 3 NJ voters say Trump tariffs raised prices

A Stockton University poll finds two-thirds of NJ voters say Trump administration tariffs raised prices, with sharp partisan divides on trade policy.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Feb 20, 2026

Stockton poll: 2 in 3 NJ voters say ICE goes too far

A Stockton University Hughes Center survey found that 66% believe ICE's immigration enforcement efforts have gone too far, with 59% saying it makes communities less safe and 62% disapproving of the Trump administration's immigration policies.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill's Save You Time and Money Agenda
Jan 16, 2026

Rutgers-Eagleton poll: NJ wants Sherrill to tackle taxes

A new Rutgers-Eagleton poll finds New Jersey residents want Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill to prioritize taxes, with affordability and cost of living close behind.

Gov. Phil Murphy delivers his final state of the state address in Trenton on Jan. 13, 2026.
Jan 15, 2026

Rutgers poll gives Murphy a C as term ends

A new survey of New Jerseyans gives Gov. Phil Murphy a C grade as he leaves office, with low marks on taxes, affordability and middling approval.

Electricity
Nov 17, 2025

New Jersey energy costs spark voter demand for fast action

Polls show New Jerseyans are pressing for solutions to rising rates, with strong support for natural gas plants and policies to lower electricity bills.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli (left) and Democratic hopeful Mikie Sherrill (right)
Oct 30, 2025

Emerson poll shows razor-thin margin in NJ governor race

The outlet's final survey before Election Day puts Mikie Sherrill at 49% and Jack Ciattarelli at 48%.