Vote for New Jersey's economic survival
New Jersey is one of the Middle Atlantic states, one of the 13 Colonies, and the third state to ratify the Constitution of the United States. It is an industrial giant, a major transportation terminus and a long-established playground for summer vacations.

It is regrettable that while New Jersey is one of the richest states, it is also one of the most corrupt states in the nation. And engaging in double-dipping, pay-to-play and holding no-show jobs seem to be the qualifications for many elected officials who continue in elective office.

Voters can no longer afford to elect and re-elect officials who have brought disgrace, disloyalty and dishonor to our state. And elected officials who are consumed by greed are an abomination to the good people of New Jersey.

During the 2006 general election, less than half of New Jersey voters showed up at the polls. Moreover, voter apathy plays into the hands of the good ol' boys club. So it is in the interest of every voter to step up to the plate on Nov. 6 and vote for decency, honesty and the economic survival of the good people of New Jersey.

Michael Meehan

Edison