Public Policy Advocates

Perhaps the most highly anticipated race of the 2009 election cycle on the national scene was the race for Governor of New Jersey.  The seat is currently held by Democrat Jon Corzine, who previously served as one New Jersey’s United States Senators.  Prior to his political career, Corzine also served as the President and CEO of Goldman Sachs.  He was challenged by United States Attorney Christopher Christie.  Christie was able to successfully use Corzine’s past dealings with Goldman Sachs to attack his economic credentials.  This race received significant outside attention, including campaign appearances by President Obama and RNC Chair Michael Steele.  In the end, Chris Christie came out on top, unseating Corzine by a 49% to 45% final margin, with Independent candidate Chris Daggett grabbing the final 6%.