MEET THE TEAM
The Democratic candidates running together on Column 2 this November — working together to move Bergen County forward.
Meet the Column 2 Democratic Team
The Moving Closter Forward team is proud to stand with the Democratic candidates running on Column 2 this November.
From representing New Jersey in Washington to serving Bergen County at the local level, these candidates bring experience, leadership, and a commitment to making our communities stronger.
Cory Booker
Cory Booker has represented New Jersey in the United States Senate since 2013. Before serving in the Senate, he served as Mayor of Newark, where he focused on public safety, economic development, housing, education, and improving city services. Booker is seeking re-election to the U.S. Senate in 2026.
Learn More →Josh Gottheimer
Josh Gottheimer has represented New Jersey's 5th Congressional District since 2017. A Bergen County native, he previously worked in the Clinton White House and has a background in law, business, technology, and public service. He is seeking re-election to represent the Fifth Congressional District.
Learn More →James J. Tedesco III
James J. Tedesco III has served as Bergen County Executive since 2015 and is currently serving his third term. A lifelong Bergen County resident and longtime volunteer firefighter, Tedesco previously served as Mayor of Paramus and on the Bergen County Board of Chosen Freeholders. As County Executive, he has focused on county services, public safety, parks, education, veterans' services, and quality of life.
Learn More →John S. Hogan
John S. Hogan serves as Bergen County Clerk, one of Bergen County's three constitutional offices. The County Clerk's responsibilities include maintaining public records, providing passport and other constituent services, and administering a significant portion of the county's election process.
Learn More →Linda H. Schwager
Linda H. Schwager is a Bergen County attorney and mediator with extensive experience in family law and legal services. She has served as President of the Bergen County Bar Association and as Bergen County Chair of the Matrimonial Early Settlement Panels. She is the Democratic candidate for Bergen County Surrogate.
Learn More →Dr. Joan M. Voss
Dr. Joan M. Voss has served as a Bergen County Commissioner since 2011. A former New Jersey State Assemblywoman and longtime Fort Lee Borough Council member, Voss spent 41 years as an educator and holds a doctorate in education from Fordham University. She continues to focus on education, community development, health services, and county planning.
Learn More →Rafael Marte
Rafael Marte has served as a Bergen County Commissioner and previously served two terms on the Bergenfield Borough Council. A former social worker, Marte has focused much of his public service on human services, community development, technology, parks, and public works. He also founded the Dominican Cultural Association of New Jersey to promote and preserve Dominican culture.
Learn More →ONE TEAM. ONE COLUMN. ONE FUTURE.
This November, voters across Bergen County will have the opportunity to elect Democratic candidates at the federal, county, and local levels.
Vote Column 2 — Democratic Team