The Asbury Park Press Gives Curley An Early Endorsement

The Republicans don't have the votes to shut the detention center down. Citizens should make their voices heard, now and in November, when party control of the board is at stake. ~ Asbury Park Press Editorial, April 10, 2009.

In their April 10 editorial, The Asbury Park Press demonstrated that they have finally seen Freeholders John D'Amico and Amy Mallet for what they are - tax and spend liberals beholden to the Trenton Democratic machine and the labor unions that keep it greased.

While the forecast for the Monmouth GOP is sunny, there are still storm clouds on the horizon. The Trenton machine has targeted Monmouth for years. Even with their significantly weakened slate caused by the withdrawal of Barbara McMorrow and their weak legislative candidates in the 11th, 12th and 13th. The GOP should expect huge amounts of Corzine and union money to be spent here in the coming elections season. An October visit from President Obama and Governor Corzine wouldn't surprise me.

Now is the time for the GOP to step up our fund raising, PR and shoe leather efforts in Monmouth and other GOP strong holds. By widening the gap where we are strong, we can empower our eventual gubernatorial nominee and Assembly candidates to compete in Democratic strong holds. We can force the Dems to spend resources to defend their own turf.