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Cultivating Justice in the Garden State My Life in the Colorful World of New Jersey Politics

Cultivating Justice in the Garden State: My Life in the Colorful World of New Jersey Politics

By Raymond Lesniak

In this remarkable memoir, Raymond Lesniak reflects upon his life and career fighting for social justice in the Garden State. A must-read for anyone seeking to understand the inner workings of our political system, it offers a unique insider's perspective on the past fifty years of New Jersey politics.

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Publisher: Rutgers University Press.
Publish Date: 04/22/2022
Pages: 210
ISBN-13: 9781978824973
ISBN-10: 1978824971
Language: Eng

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Born into a working-class Polish immigrant family in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Raymond Lesniak went on to become a major force in the tough and bruising world of state politics. In this remarkable memoir, he reflects upon his life and career fighting for social justice in the Garden State. He recounts the many causes he championed in his forty years as a state legislator, from the landmark Environmental Cleanup Responsibility Act to bills concerning animal protections, marriage equality, women's reproductive rights, and the abolition of the death penalty. He also delves into his experiences on the national stage as a key advisor for Bill Clinton and Al Gore's presidential campaigns. With refreshing candor, Lesniak describes both his greatest achievements and his moments of failure, including his unsuccessful 2017 gubernatorial run. Cultivating Justice in the Garden State is both a gripping American success story and a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the inner workings of our political system. It offers an insider's perspective on the past fifty years of New Jersey politics, while presenting a compelling message about what leaders and citizens can do to improve the state's future.

About the Author

RAYMOND LESNIAK grew up in Elizabeth, New Jersey. After a stint in the army, he earned his B. A. from Rutgers University and his J. D. from St. John's University School of Law.

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