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Trenton, NJ – The Women’s Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) is proud to announce its official endorsement of 48 women legislative candidates for the General Election this November. These pro-choice women represent a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and they are united in their dedication to public service.   WPCNJ has a long-standing commitment to promoting gender equality in politics and empowering women to run for public office. The Caucus is confident that the candidates they’re endorsing are well-qualified, dedicated, and prepared to make a difference ..read more

The Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) is pleased to extend its warmest congratulations to Tahesha Way on her appointment as the next Lieutenant Governor of New Jersey. Ms. Way's dedication to public service, outstanding accomplishments, and unwavering commitment to her community make her an exemplary choice.   WPCNJ commends Governor Murphy for recognizing Tahesha Way's exceptional qualifications and appointing her as New Jersey's Lieutenant Governor. Ms. Way's leadership will undoubtedly contribute to the continued progress of our state.   The Caucus looks forward to wo ..read more

WPCNJ Congratulates the 2023 Passion * Power * Progress Award Honorees The Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey hosted its annual Passion * Power * Progress Awards reception on Thursday, March 9th at the Hyatt Regency in New Brunswick. The event was a great success, honoring those whose leadership, civic involvement and professional efforts have helped make New Jersey a better place for women.   This year WPCNJ was delighted to present the following awards to: * Justice Jaynee LaVecchia, Esq. – Mary Philbrook Award * Speaker Craig J. Coughl ..read more

New Brunswick, NJ – The Women’s Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) along with the WPC Rutgers University Student chapter, has partnered with Remember the Women Institute to host a dynamic program – Intimate Partner Violence: Education, Art, and Advocacy. The event is being held on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 5:30 PM at the Red Lion, Student Center. 126 College Avenue, Rutgers University, New Brunswick.   A distinguished panel of experts discussing the issue includes: Gloria Bachmann, MD, Co-Director, Women's Health Institute, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School; Juana Hutchin ..read more

The Women’s Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) expresses outrage over legislation sponsored by U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (SC) and U.S. Rep. Chris Smith (NJ) introducing a nationwide abortion ban. Currently, New Jersey residents have full reproductive rights and access to safe healthcare but clearly there is an overall agenda that could lead to a federal ban on abortion.    Elections have consequences that can last for generations. We must be mindful that who we elect will determine our reproductive rights and whether the Congress will pass a nationwide abortion ban. W ..read more

National Women’s Political Caucus Statement on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Supreme Court Decision     (Washington, DC – June 24, 2022 ) The National Women’s Political Caucus is sickened by the Supreme Court’s gut wrenching decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. We will not stand by and watch as women are stripped of their rights.   “Some say countless women in this country will die because of this decision. But we will count every single one of them. Their deaths will be laid at the feet of The Supreme Court and the religious right” said ..read more

Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey PAC honors Noreen Giblin Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award   A native of New Jersey, Noreen previously served as Cabinet Secretary to the Governor and as Chief Counsel at the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. At NJBPU, Noreen worked on advancing Governor Murphy’s clean energy agenda, including the 2019 Energy Master Plan, the Offshore Wind inaugural solicitation, the establishment of the State’s first community solar program, and the transition of the state’s solar market.   Additionally, she has also served as Counse ..read more

Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey PAC honors Valerie Vainieri Huttle Former Assemblywoman, 37th Legislative District Spotlight Award   Assemblywoman Vainieri Huttle was elected to the New Jersey General Assembly in 2005 and has served for nine terms until 2022 representing the 37th Legislative District. Throughout her time in the General Assembly, Ms. Vainieri Huttle has served as the Chair of the Assembly Aging and Senior Services, the Assembly Human Services, and the Assembly Homeland Security and State Preparedness Committees. In 2015, she was named Deputy Speaker of the General A ..read more

WOMEN'S POLITICAL CAUCUS OF NJ EXPRESSES HORROR & OUTRAGE OVER LEAKED SUPREME COURT DECISION ON ROE The Women’s Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) expressed both horror and outrage over the leaked draft opinion from the U.S. Supreme Court, which appears ready to overturn a woman’s constitutional right to safe and legal abortions.    "Women have been fighting for equal rights and bodily autonomy far before Roe v. Wade was decided and this fight will continue unabated until a women’s right to privacy over her own healthcare decisions is properly enshrined.    Electio ..read more