A Man, a Van, a Fan
Perennial candidate Bob Ferraro publicized his 2005 campaign for mayor by driving his well-known blue van in the annual July 4th parade and handing out red, white and blue fans. Ferraro, a former councilman, filed for the November 8 general election on June 7, Primary Day, as did city resident Reginald Williams.
Printed on Ferraro’s fans: “You know the van, now elect the man.”
Following the holiday weekend we double-checked with the Union County Division of Elections and found that Williams had been disqualified from running due to deficiencies in his petition.
Although traditionally the parade is supposed to be non-political, supporters of Democratic primary winner Sharon Robinson-Briggs handed out “Sharon for Mayor” buttons along the route. Robinson-Briggs, holding an armful of roses, rode with Assemblyman Jerry Green, who regained control of the Democratic City Committee on June 13.
Rounding out the November mayoral race is Republican Cheryl Arana, also known as Cheryl Bullock. The three candidates will be vying for the attention of Plainfield’s more than 19,000 registered voters.
Printed on Ferraro’s fans: “You know the van, now elect the man.”
Following the holiday weekend we double-checked with the Union County Division of Elections and found that Williams had been disqualified from running due to deficiencies in his petition.
Although traditionally the parade is supposed to be non-political, supporters of Democratic primary winner Sharon Robinson-Briggs handed out “Sharon for Mayor” buttons along the route. Robinson-Briggs, holding an armful of roses, rode with Assemblyman Jerry Green, who regained control of the Democratic City Committee on June 13.
Rounding out the November mayoral race is Republican Cheryl Arana, also known as Cheryl Bullock. The three candidates will be vying for the attention of Plainfield’s more than 19,000 registered voters.
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