ASBURY PARK, N.J. (AP) — Just about every New Jersey
Democrat who's been mentioned as a potential candidate in next year's
gubernatorial election will be in Asbury Park for a rally for President
Obama.
Monmouth County Democratic Chairman Vin Gopal says Saturday's 11 a.m. event
is attracting a who's who of possible gubernatorial challengers. Gopal says
Democrats recognize the importance of doing well in Monmouth and Ocean counties
to have a chance statewide.
The traditionally Republican central Jersey counties helped Chris Christie
upset Gov. Jon Corzine three years ago.
Confirmed speakers include Newark Mayor Cory Booker, former Gov. Dick Codey,
Senate President Steve Sweeney, Congressman Frank Pallone, Sen. Barbara Buono
and Democratic State Committee Chairman John Wisniewski, all said to be
considering gubernatorial runs.
Christie has not said whether he'll seek re-election.
