Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Federal cuts to education, healthcare, environmental organizations could be imposed if Congress does not stop $85 billion in reductions by Friday.
The Butler Public Schools district could be impacted by federal sequestration cuts should they be imposed beginning on Friday. Congress has a Friday deadline if members wish to act to stop the $85 billion in cuts, $12 million of which could directly affect primary and secondary education funding in New Jersey according to figures released by the White House. In Butler, this could mean cuts specifically to programs supported through the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), according to Superintendent Mario Cardinale, although it was not clear how much funding could be lost. NCLB grant funding supports the district's professional development training for teachers in special education and …
Monday, February 25, 2013
Districts across New Jersey await state aid figures this week with uncertainty.
Bloomingdale Public Schools could see funding for federal grant initiatives affected by a roughly $300,000 loss if Congress does not stop $85 billion in sequestration cuts by Friday. The district's Business Administrator George Hagl said Monday that if the cuts go through, Bloomingdale will lose funding for Title 1 programs, which are for at-risk children, programs for staff and principal traning and for Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) initiatives. Hagl said the biggest cut would be to the IDEA grant. "That would be about $250,000," Hagl said. New Jersey could lose nearly $12 million in funding for primary and secondary education if Congress fails to halt the “sequestration” by Friday, according to figures released by …
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Some 89 percent of Democrats gave Obama the debate win, while Republicans declared Romney the winner by the same margin.
New Jersey political insiders gave their candidates the edge on the final presidential debate. However, most believe President Barack Obama will be the consensus winner over Mitt Romney among national media outlets. According to a Patch flash poll sent to elected officials and political party insiders in New Jersey, 17 out of 19 Democrats responding believed Obama was the victor, while 16 out of 18 Republicans declared Romney the winner. “Gov. Romney's executive capabilities were on full display,” one Republican insider said. “This will energize the voters and clearly demonstrated that he will return America to being viewed as being professionally run as a business and ALL Americans are its clients.” Democrats were also impressed with …
Barack Obama and Mitt Romney participated in the last of three debates, this time in Boca Raton, Fla. Who made the best pitch for the next four years?
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Tuesday, October 23, 2012
The fact-checkers are buzzing, Facebook groups with the name "Horses and Bayonets" are growing in members by the second and a million polls (including two at the bottom of this article) are registering "votes." The three round, primetime fight for the Presidency ended Monday night as President Barack Obama and Republican candidate Mitt Romney faced off at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Fla. The candidates engaged in a pointed but civil debate that examined foreign policy, and also looked at its role in domestic issues. The first debate, held in Denver, Colo., featured questions on domestic policy. According to a flash poll issued to New Jersey political insiders immediately following the debate, Romney, 65, performed better than Obama, 51…
Sunday, October 21, 2012
President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney will debate for a final time Monday at 9 p.m.
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Sunday, October 21, 2012
After President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney sparred over Benghazi in last week's debate, the nation's voters are looking forward to Monday night's third and final presidential debate, focusing on foreign policy. The third presidential debate between Obama and Romney is set for 9 p.m Monday. Check below for more information on that debate and the remaining debates leading up to Election Day. AOL will provide a live stream of the debate. TV Channels Broadcasting Live: ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, CNN, Fox News, MSNBC and more, including CNN Espanol. Live Streaming Online: YouTube's Election Hub, AOL. Full info on Monday night's debate, as well as the schedule for the final debate, both of which are presented by the Commission on …
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
However, over 80 percent believe President Obama will be declared the "consensus winner" by media outlets.
New Jersey political insiders declared their party’s candidate the winner of the second presidential debate Tuesday night. However, most believe President Barack Obama will be the consensus winner among national media outlets over Mitt Romney. According to a Patch flash poll sent to elected officials and political party insiders, 24 out of 27 Democrats responding believed Obama was the victor, while 20 out of 24 Republicans declared Romney the winner. “I think Romney had a better understanding and explanation of how to create jobs and grow the economy. He looked much more presidential,” one Republican said. The results of Patch’s second presidential debate poll of New Jersey insiders contrast with those from last week’s head-to-head, in …
New Jersey readers gave their thoughts as we live blogged about Tuesday's event.
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Wednesday, October 17, 2012
The first presidential debate gave President Barack Obama and his Republican challenger Mitt Romney a situation they could prepare for a bit. On Tuesday night, due to the town hall-style of the questioning at Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y., it presented a much different situation for the two candidates. During our live coverage, we asked residents throughout northern New Jersey to join in the debate by participating in our live blog and tweeting their thoughts with #PatchPolitics. The discussion on the blog was almost as lively as the one taking place on everyone's television sets. One commenter gave an opinion on what question they'd like to ask a citizens called upon at the debate. "My question would be: What trait does your …
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Patch will be discussing the event live from our viewing party at Tiff's Restaurant in Pine Brook.
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Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Follow the second presidential debate with Patch as we live blog from our viewing party at Tiff's Restaurant in Pine Brook. Those attending the party already needed to RSVP, but that doesn't mean you can't join in the conversation from your computer or mobile device. We will be live blogging and sharing your tweets using "Cover It Live" (see above). During the debate, use the hashtag #PatchPolitics on your debate tweets. The viewing party begins at 8, and we'll begin our live discussion at 8:30 p.m. Barack Obama and Mitt Romney are scheduled to debate at 9 p.m., and afterward Patch editors will talk with some of the party's attendees regarding their impression of the debate. You'll also be able to watch the debate right here while you …
Monday, October 15, 2012
President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney will debate Tuesday night at 9 p.m.
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Monday, October 15, 2012
After Joe Biden and Paul Ryan sparred throughout last week's Vice Presidential Debate, the nation's voters are looking forward to President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney's second debate: a town hall event focusing on foreign and domestic policy. The second presidential debate between Obama and Romney is set for 9 p.m. Tuesday. Check below for more information on that debate and the remaining debates leading up to Election Day. AOL will provide a live stream of the debate. TV Channels Broadcasting Live: ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, CNN, Fox News, MSNBC and more, including CNN Espanol. Live Streaming Online: YouTube's Election Hub, AOL. Where to Watch the Debate in North Jersey: Patch is holding a Presidential Debate Viewing Party at Tiff's on …
Can't make it but still want to be part of the discussion? Join our live blog during the debate.
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Monday, October 15, 2012
Join Patch on Tuesday for a presidential debate viewing party at Tiff's Restaurant in Pine Brook (73 Route 46). You will have the chance to share your views on how the candidates' remarks addressed the issues you care about. A limited number of spaces will be made available to the general public for this free event. RSVP by using the form on this page to hold a spot. We're seeking Democrats and Republicans, undecided voters, small business owners, civic-minded citizens and those interested in the political process. The event begins at 8 p.m. as Barack Obama and Mitt Romney are scheduled to debate at 9 p.m., and afterward Patch editors will talk with groups of attendees regarding their impression of the debate. If you are unable to attend …
Ariana Cohn-Sheehan
12:15 pm on Thursday, February 28, 2013
Paul, we certainly will be following up even if nothing happens. Not sensationalizing, just bringing you what your local officials have to say could be the impact if it happens. more ›