“I was honored to attend the Governor’s address this morning to the joint session of the New Jersey Legislature. I support Governor Christie in his decision to declare a state of fiscal emergency today and believe he is on the right track in addressing New Jersey’s financial crisis.

“Continued runaway spending is inappropriate given the state of our economy both nationally and here in New Jersey. I support recessions of appropriations both on the state and federal levels aimed at addressing budget deficits. As a state legislator I opposed this type of budgeting and am pleased the Lance Amendment, which prohibits further state borrowing without voter approval, is now in effect.

“I look forward to working with Governor Christie as he begins the very difficult task of righting the fiscal ship of the state.”

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