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May 1, 2022

New Jersey Politics

News

Can N.J. cops smoke weed now that it’s legal here? It’s complicated.

New Jersey is now selling marijuana at retail stores. But the state's law is unclear what that means for rank-and-file cops.

By S.P. Sullivan | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Opinion

Cops & Cannabis: Zero tolerance makes sense for public safety and public trust | Editorial

Liability nightmares aside, let's listen to law enforcement experts

By Star-Ledger Editorial Board

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Hudson

Disgraced Hudson pol David Friedland, who faked own death to avoid prison, dies at age 84

“It became more of a sexy story than the crimes that he allegedly committed,” said Harvey Fisher, a former Trenton bureau chief for the Bergen Record.

By Teri West | The Jersey Journal

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Sage counsel on climate from the retiring CEO of PSEG | Moran

The most important thing New Jersey can do? Stop wasting energy. It's the cheapest and fastest way to reduce carbon emissions.

By Tom Moran | Star-Ledger Editorial Board

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Politics

N.J. families living in extreme poverty need more help from vital safety net, advocates say

Recently introduced legislation would bolster Work First New Jersey, the state's premier anti-poverty program.

By Derek Hall | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Opinion

Friendly Fire: Baraka’s running mate, the Ironbound, and Elon Musk

Also: Malinowski goes after Russian assets

By Star-Ledger Editorial Board

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