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Adam Ahmadi

Adam Ahmadi is a junior in the School of Arts and Sciences majoring in English and Cinema Studies and minoring in Creative Writing. He currently serves as the Politics beat writer for the Daily Targum's news desk.

Wins by Trump, Kim, Kean, Pallone ripple across NJ

On Tuesday, President-elect Donald J. Trump, became the first president since former President Grover Cleveland to be elected to a second non-consecutive term. As of Wednesday evening, Trump's electoral tally stands at 295 to Vice President Kamala Harris's 226, in addition to a commanding lead in the popular vote. Nov 7

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka speaks to Rutgers Democrats on 2025 gubernatorial campaign

On Wednesday, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka (D-N.J.) spoke to the Rutgers Democrats at the College Avenue Student Center about his campaign for governor.Oct 27

Exclusive interview: Targum speaks to Curtis Bashaw about free speech, presidential election

The Daily Targum's news desk recently spoke with U.S. Senate candidate Curtis Bashaw (R-N.J.) to discuss various issues, including the pro-Palestinian encampment at Rutgers—New Brunswick during the Spring 2024 semester, the upcoming presidential election and the economy.Oct 16

Exclusive Interview: Targum speaks to Andy Kim about protests, war

The Daily Targum's news desk recently spoke with U.S. Senate candidate Rep. Andy Kim (D-N.J) to discuss various issues, including the pro-Palestinian encampment at Rutgers—New Brunswick during the Spring 2024 semester, the University's new free expression policy and war in the Middle East.Oct 9

U. Democrats, Republicans discuss vice presidential debate at watch party

On Tuesday, the Eagleton Institute of Politics' Center for Youth Political Participation along with Rutgers College Republicans, Rutgers University Democrats and the Department of Political Science held a live watch party for the first and only vice presidential debate between Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio). Oct 3

U. alum sworn into US Senate

On September 9, Sen. George Helmy (D-N.J.) was sworn into the U.S. Senate, filling the seat vacated by former Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J), who resigned in August after being convicted of bribery and acting as a foreign agent.Sep 18

U. Democrats, Republicans discuss presidential debate at watch party

On Tuesday, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump squared off in their first debate since President Joe Biden ended his re-election campaign and endorsed Harris. The Eagleton Institute of Politics' Center for Youth Political Participation held a live debate watch party co-sponsored by Rutgers College Republicans, Rutgers University Democrats, the Department of Political Science and Douglass Residential College.Sep 13

Exclusive Interview: Targum speaks to Laphonza Butler about protestors, youth voting

The Daily Targum's news desk recently met with Sen. Laphonza Butler (D-CA) at the Eagleton Institute of Politics to discuss various topics pertinent to American youth, including protests on college campuses, TikTok and climate change.Apr 28

Andy Kim speaks to U. Democrats, students about domestic, international political issues

On Thursday, Rutgers Democrats and RU for Andy Kim hosted a Senate campaign event with Rep. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) at the College Avenue Student Center.Mar 31

U. expert reacts to proposed overhaul of New Jersey public records law

On March 14, New Jersey lawmakers temporarily halted their plans to limit the scope of the Open Public Records Act (OPRA), which compels local governments to release public records upon request, according to the Associated Press. Mar 27

NJ First Lady Tammy Murphy suspends US Senate campaign, citing desire to avoid hostility

Tammy Murphy, first lady of New Jersey, announced the suspension of her U.S. Senate campaign in a video posted to X on Sunday. Mar 26

Andy Kim holds US Senate campaign event in Highland Park

On Sunday, Rep. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) held a meet and greet at Pino's Gift Basket Shoppe and Wine Cellar in Highland Park as part of his campaign for the U.S. Senate. Mar 6

Murphy taps U. researcher to be NJ Education Commissioner

Kevin Dehmer, executive director and senior researcher at the John J. Heldrich Center for Workforce Development, has been selected by Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) to serve as commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE), according to a press release. Feb 15

Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop speaks to Rutgers Democrats on 2025 gubernatorial campaign

On Wednesday at the Douglass Student Center, Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop (D-N.J.) spoke to the Rutgers Democrats about his candidacy for the 2025 gubernatorial race.Feb 9

U. professor to publish book on US Capitol insurrection

Khadijah Costley White, an associate professor in the Department of Journalism and Media Studies, is set to release a new book about the insurrection that occurred on Jan. 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol, according to an announcement by the School of Communication and Information on the social media platform X.Feb 2

Eagleton experts discuss new state law allowing 17-year-old voters to participate in primary elections

On January 4, Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) signed the New Voter Empowerment Act into law, permitting 17-year-olds to vote in state primary elections, provided that they will turn 18 before the November general elections, according to a press release.Jan 30

U. community reacts to George Santos' expulsion from Congress

Earlier this month, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to expel Rep. George Santos (R-3) after a report from the House Ethics Committee uncovered improper uses of campaign funds. Dec 13

Murphy discusses nurses strike, workers rights, Holloway at labor law conference on Cook campus

On Friday, Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) gave a speech at the National Labor Law Relations Board (NLRB) Labor Law Conference at the New Jersey Law Center on Cook campus.Nov 20 2023

Experts, U. community react to state legislature election results

Despite some high expectations for Republicans, New Jersey's Democratic Party prevailed in Tuesday's state elections, holding control of the State Senate and expanding their majority in the state's General Assembly.Nov 12 2023

U. community weighs in on upcoming state elections

This upcoming Tuesday will be election day in New Jersey, and residents statewide will get to vote in the State Senate and State General Assembly elections. All 80 seats in the state's General Assembly will be up for election, in addition to all 40 in the state's Senate.Nov 3 2023

U. report finds women donate less to political campaigns, women candidates receive less than men

A recent report by the Rutgers Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP) found that men disproportionately donate more money to state political campaigns than women.Oct 31 2023

U. experts react to Murphy's new AI task force

Earlier this month, Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) authorized an artificial intelligence task force to research and analyze the impacts of AI and recommend policies to ensure the technology is used ethically.Oct 24 2023

U. graduate degree in population aging shifts online

Starting in the Fall 2024 semester, the School of Public Health will offer its Master of Public Health Population Aging degree entirely online, according to a press release.Oct 18 2023

U. students react to ongoing Israel-Hamas war

On Saturday morning, militants from Hamas entered towns in Southern Israel, killing and abducting people and launching thousands of rockets across the region, according to Associated Press reports.Oct 13 2023

U. expert explains potential government shutdown

Last month, Congress narrowly avoided a government shutdown with a last-minute deal to fund the government until November 17.Oct 8 2023

'Heat islands': U. research finds pitfalls in parking lot requirements in residential areas

A recent Rutgers Center for Real Estate (RCRE) report concluded that current state standards inflate the amount of parking spaces needed in new residential developments.Oct 2 2023

Targum spotlight: Celebrating Latinx Arts & Works fosters artistic community

Gerald Horne speaks on Paul Robeson's legacy during distinguished lecture at U.

On Thursday, the Department of Africana Studies hosted its annual Paul Robeson Distinguished Lecture, featuring Gerald Horne, the Moores Professor of History and African American Studies at the University of Houston.May 1 2023

U. study finds high likelihood of bullying in lab settings

A recent study conducted by Paul Chiou, a lecturer in the Department of Clinical Laboratory and Medical Imaging Sciences at Rutgers—Newark, found that more than two-thirds of laboratory professionals are subjected to workplace bullying.Apr 26 2023

U. professors team up with NJ Transit to fix hazy train windows

New Jersey Transit (NJ Transit) requested the Rutgers Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) to help find a solution to hazy windows on NJ Transit trains, according to an article from NorthJersey.com.Apr 19 2023

RBHS Chancellor will lead committee studying effects of prescription drugs on veterans

Brian Strom, the chancellor of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, will head a national committee studying the impact of prescription drugs on veteran health, according to a press release.Apr 13 2023