New jersey governor race

The 2021 New Jersey gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 2021, to elect the Governor of New Jersey. The election was won by Democratic candidate Phil Murphy, who defeated Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli.

Here are the results of the election:

• Phil Murphy (Democratic) - 49.4% (1,711,654 votes)
• Jack Ciattarelli (Republican) - 48.4% (1,666,477 votes)
• Matt Heimerl (Libertarian) - 1.4% (48,444 votes)
• Madelyn Hoffman (Green) - 0.8% (27,444 votes)

Phil Murphy, the incumbent Governor of New Jersey, won re-election to a second term as Governor. Murphy, a businessman and former U.S. Ambassador to Germany, was first elected as Governor in 2017. He ran on a platform that included increasing funding for education, expanding access to healthcare, and addressing climate change.

Jack Ciattarelli, a businessman and former Assemblyman, was the Republican candidate for Governor. He ran on a platform that included reducing taxes, increasing funding for law enforcement, and promoting economic development.

The election was closely watched, as it was seen as a bellwether for the 2022 midterm elections. The outcome was seen as a victory for the Democratic Party, as Murphy's re-election was seen as a sign of the party's strength in the state.

Here are some key facts about the election:

• Turnout: The turnout for the election was 54.4%, which was higher than the 2017 gubernatorial election.
• Voter demographics: The election saw a significant increase in turnout among younger voters, with 64% of voters aged 18-29 casting ballots.
• Campaign finance: The election saw a significant amount of money spent on advertising and campaign finance, with Murphy's campaign raising over $20 million and Ciattarelli's campaign raising over $10 million.
• Endorsements: Murphy received endorsements from several high-profile Democrats, including President Joe Biden and Senator Cory Booker. Ciattarelli received endorsements from several high-profile Republicans, including former Governor Chris Christie and Senator Rand Paul.

Overall, the election was seen as a significant victory for the Democratic Party in New Jersey, and it set the stage for the 2022 midterm elections.