Former President Barack Obama has thrown his support behind New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill at a rally in Newark, drawing a large crowd of Democratic supporters. The event, held in a key urban area of the state, highlights the growing momentum behind Sherrill’s campaign as she prepares for the November election.
Sherrill, a first-term state senator, faces a crowded field of Democratic contenders in the race for the governor’s office. Her campaign has emphasized a progressive agenda, including climate action, healthcare reform, and job creation. The endorsement from a former president is viewed as a significant endorsement, given Obama’s national prominence and his continued influence within the Democratic Party.
The rally in Newark, a historically Democratic stronghold, was attended by hundreds of supporters, many of whom expressed enthusiasm about Sherrill’s vision for the state. With the election approaching, the race is shaping up as a critical test of the party’s strength in New Jersey, a state that has traditionally leaned Democratic but is increasingly becoming a battleground in national politics.