“The future of the Republic is in the hands of the Voter” Dwight D. Eisenhower

My name is Ethel Hermenau, and I am on the Galloway School board, however, I do not represent the Galloway school board in this article it is my sole opinion.  I am a mother, Grandmother and a US Citizen.  I also am not representing the opinions of Liberty and Prosperity.

“Franklin D. Roosevelt – “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.”

 Corey Booker’s U.S. Senate seat is on the ballot. He has held the seat since 2013 in New Jersey. Yes, you heard me right for 13 years “Spartacus” has been in office.  This is the time to change the trajectory of New Jersey Politics, and we can’t do it without YOU!

 Why does it matter that everyone gets out to vote?  State Senators shape laws that affect schools, healthcare, transportation, and environmental policies in New Jersey. By voting for the right candidate, you ensure that your community’s priorities are reflected in legislation. The above quote reminds us that every vote, no matter how small, can help elect leaders who will work for your interests.

The 2026 New Jersey Republican Senate primary is a four‑way race with no clear frontrunner, but Alex Zdan and Richard Tabor currently appear the strongest based on county GOP endorsements — the closest thing New Jersey has to an early indicator of organizational strength. This is not a prediction, only a summary of documented support.

Who Is Leading?

New Jersey Globe reports the race is “wide open” because county lines were eliminated, reducing the power of party machines. However, endorsements still matter as a proxy for organizational strength.

In my view, there are presently two strong candidates vying for the Senate position.

Alex Zdan is a Writer, an Award-Winning Investigative Journalist, a Political Commentator, and a Television Newscaster.

He gained recognition among New Jersey viewers as a political reporter for News 12 New Jersey and as the anchor of their weekly political program “Power & Politics.” Currently, Zdan anchors special presentations for TV Asia, and his commentary series “Inside the Headlines” reaches millions across four continents. He is a highly sought-after conservative political commentator featured on News Nation, Newsmax, Fox News, NDTV, Times Now, and various other networks.

Alex Zdan 
for U.S. Senate

The next individual for whom I will cast my vote is Richard Tabor!

Tabor grew up in the projects
Nothing was handed to him, and everything had to be earned.

From an early age, Richard learned what it meant to struggle, to work hard and to stand up not only for himself, but for his neighbors. Those experiences didn’t break him they built him.

Richard answered the call to serve his country by joining the United States Army, later serving 10 years in the National Guard, including a deployment to Iraq with the 82nd Airborne Division, defending the freedoms that make the American Dream possible.

After his military service, Richard continued serving at home as a New Jersey State Police Trooper, dedicating his career to protecting communities and upholding the rule of law.

Richard’s life has been defined by service:

• Served the United States in the U.S. Army and National Guard

• Deployed to Iraq with the 82nd Airborne Division

• Served New Jersey as a State Police Trooper

• Served New Jersey’s youth through community leadership

• Now ready to serve in the United States Senate

• Registered over 2,000 Republicans in urban areas

• Worked with Scott Presler

visit his website: 

Richard Tabor For US Senate

I met some of these candidates at the Republican Club convention where the vote went to Richard Tabor!  I listened to him talk about his life and what he has done for the youth and I was very impressed.

“Guided by his faith and a calling from God to serve others beyond the badge and the uniform, Richard founded New Life Direction an initiative focused on empowering local youth, providing enriching programs and rebuilding trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

Through mentorship, leadership development and positive engagement, Richard’s work with New Life Direction helps young people believe in themselves, achieve their potential and inspire others to do the same.”

Richard Tabor’s family photo

The reality is that most of us are not well-acquainted with these candidates, and regrettably, many of them have not effectively promoted themselves or organized numerous events to engage New Jerseyans on a daily basis. Life appears to be overwhelmingly busy, and before we realize it, an election is upon us.

It is a subdued election that most individuals, unless they are particularly interested in voting, tend to overlook as it unfolds. I can recount that just a week ago, I sat at my dinner table and declared that on June 2nd, 2026, everyone in this household must go out to vote. They all stared at me as if I had two heads. They were completely unaware that an election was occurring and that mail-in voting had commenced. Despite residing in a household with an actively engaged and vocal voter, it seems that everyone missed this crucial information. Unfortunately, this is not unusual. I recognize that voting has already started, but it is never too late to disseminate information.

The reason I am supporting Richard Tabor is that everything about him indicates he is a fighter and a man of faith. Much like the famous line from the movie where Tom Cruise “Jerry Maguire” states, “You had me at Hello,” I feel a similar connection to what he represents and his overall life story.

How can one determine who the best candidate is? After all, witnessing numerous individuals in action who assert they will accomplish certain goals, only to act contrary to those claims, can make it quite challenging to discern the truth. Nevertheless, I believe that God has guided me to advocate for this man. Of course, you should conduct your own research, but who truly has the time, and how can we genuinely know?

Here are a few observations regarding this campaign featuring the four candidates vying for this position:

#1 If you go to 101.5 and watch what Spadea writes it can be very insightful.  Bill Spadea is an American businessman, radio and television host, and political commentator from New Jersey, best known as the top-rated morning drive show host on New Jersey 101.5 (WKXW-FM), where he has been a weekday morning anchor since at least 2015.

I think his article can be very telling, please go ahead and read it.

NJ Senate primary: Here’s why Justin Murphy got Spadea’s vote

Bill Spadea provides each of the three candidates with a paragraph if that, along with a critique for each, with the exception of Justin Murphy, whom he wishes to see succeed.

He identifies Justin as a “common sense” conservative, subtly acknowledging his support for Trump without explicitly stating it, as it is widely recognized that ‘common sense’ is a key talking point of our President Donald Trump.  Furthermore, he claims to be the only candidate who attended the Right for Life dinner, although this may not hold significant weight. The NJ Right for Life organization typically endorses candidates prematurely, unlike other organizations such as the New Jersey Family Policy Center, which exercises more caution. He continues by expressing his steadfastness in his beliefs and states that he will proudly vote for him in the primary on June 2nd.

With four candidates in the race, Spadea has taken jabs at three of them, which is not unusual for him. However, what truly raises questions is his support for a candidate who is unlikely to win the primary. The pressing question is WHY?   It is not due to incompetence; rather, I contend that he is aware of the candidate’s lack of viability.

To maintain his reputation, he supports Justin Murphy, who was the only one endorsed by the New Jersey Right to Life at the time of his article, especially since Bill himself campaigned on pro-life principles and received their endorsement as well.  This could be a contributing factor, but also, when Justin inevitably loses in this primary, Spadea can preserve his credibility and shift his support to the next viable candidate. It will be interesting to see if they recall that he did not genuinely support any of them except for one! I guess saving face with the NJ Right to Life one of the only organization’s that really back Spadea is worth more than who runs for Senate in NJ. Perhaps Bill is going to make another run at Governor again. We will have to wait and see.   This is my perspective on Bill Spadea and New Jersey 101.5 in 2026. “You heard it here first”. 

#2 – there is a man running named Alex Zdan, who, back in 2024, withdrew from the race and endorsed Curtis Bradshaw. For many conservative Christians, they simply could not, and may I add, would not, vote for Curtis, yet Zdan supported him.

Did he believe in Curtis’s message, when clearly Christine Serrano Glassner (Mayor of Mendham) — a former Trump-endorsed candidate who ran on a socially conservative platform, including support for former President Donald Trump was the better choice, or was it ultimately about influence and financial gain?  I do not wish to disparage a man I do not know, so I will refrain from doing so, but this information alone raises a red flag for me.

#3 – I received the NJ Voter Guide from a friend to examine the voting information regarding the candidates, and similar to the Governor’s race, it is inaccurate. I do not recommend utilizing it. In fact, I contacted them previously and will need to reach out again. They list Justin Murphy as being endorsed by the NJ Right to Life, yet for Richard Tabor, it merely indicates all the questions he failed to answer. This is simply not the case.  I am certain this is not intentional on their part, but it is essential to stay current if you are going to assert that you are a reliable source!

Richard Tabor has indeed received the endorsement of the NJ Right to Life, as his family and all families are central to his belief system. Any man or woman of God who understands the Word of God recognizes that God’s Creation is a precious gift and worthy of protection.

  America’s Founding Fathers were deeply influenced by Judeo-Christian beliefs, and many saw their nation’s principles as rooted in divine creation and moral law.

Today, I took a more proactive approach by making a phone call, unaware that an incredible woman, Victoria, would be on the other end. Her insights were not only informative but also truly inspiring.

“After much prayer, research, and deep discussion, our vetting committee UNANIMOUSLY AND SOLIDLY, FULLY ENDORSES RICH TABOR FOR U.S. SENATE.

Fully vetted to defend Truth, Medical Freedom, Parental Rights, Religious Liberty, and our God Given Rights!”

VOTE FOR RICH TABOR FOR U.S. SENATE!  

Victoria Jakelsky — NJ Parental Rights 

Here is an article she wrote:

NJ Democrats Seek Law Ensuring Children Access Obscene Material – Liberty Sentinel

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I consistently recall a phrase I always love “Begin with the End in Mind”.  While I may not be personally acquainted with Richard Tabor, I have had the opportunity to hear him speak. I have conducted research and engaged in discussions with various individuals.

As a Christian, I cannot be swayed by anything that does not contribute to a Christian life with Christ Jesus at its core. Ultimately, everything we do is part of a larger picture that we can scarcely comprehend. When I pass away, the most significant affirmation I wish to hear is, “Well done, Good and Faithful Servant”.

The reality is that I possess only a glimpse of the end, and although I have read the book, it is within the pages in between that God continues to utilize all of us who are present. He has not abandoned us and has endowed each of us with unique talents. He guides our paths.

Richard Tabor is present for such a time as this, and it is not about you or me; God is in control.  However, we do possess free will, and we must decide whether to choose a man who is willing to stand on solid ground or take a chance at a double minded man.  The decision is ours to make.

I wish to express that any individual who has served this country for as long as Rich Tabor has, cannot be considered selfish; rather, he is a selfless individual who embodies honor and dignity. I endorse this man as our next Senator; the question remains, will you?

Matthew 23:11 “But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.”

I was just sitting in my room praying and I felt the Holy Spirit gave me a great little speech to say and at the end I was so inspired I wanted to add it to this article.

In contemporary America, particularly in New Jersey, it seems that while we may get confused over all the laws being passed, we are indeed concerned that circumstances may not improve and that our future may be bleak. It is tempting to surrender and assert that this is not our struggle, that this is not our fight. However, we all possess an intrinsic understanding that this nation requires our involvement. We can reflect on the remarkable individuals who preceded us and recount the significant triumphs of the past, feeling grateful that they did not abandon this country. I am confident that you can identify some of the great leaders who have shaped this nation and fought valiantly for it, including our forefathers and many others. I assert with profound conviction that one must possess courage! These qualities are inseparable.

Rich is an individual who has valiantly defended this country and is prepared to sacrifice his life for it, which includes you and me! He has continued to serve as a State Trooper, once again placing his life at risk for the sake of service. Now, more than ever, we require courage and conviction to be the foundation of any leader we select.

Richard Tabor is the individual who will lead with conviction and courage!