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John Barbarula
John Barbarula (Republican Party) ran for election to the New Jersey General Assembly to represent District 25. He lost in the Republican primary on June 4, 2019.
Barbarula completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. Click here to read the survey answers.
Elections
2019
See also: New Jersey General Assembly elections, 2019
General election
General election for New Jersey General Assembly District 25 (2 seats)
Incumbent Anthony M. Bucco and Brian Bergen defeated Lisa Bhimani and Darcy Draeger in the general election for New Jersey General Assembly District 25 on November 5, 2019.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Anthony M. Bucco (R) | 27.0 | 27,438 |
| ✔ |  | Brian Bergen (R)  | 25.7 | 26,134 |
 | Lisa Bhimani (D) | 24.0 | 24,381 | |
 | Darcy Draeger (D) | 23.3 | 23,702 | |
| Total votes: 101,655 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for New Jersey General Assembly District 25 (2 seats)
Lisa Bhimani and Darcy Draeger advanced from the Democratic primary for New Jersey General Assembly District 25 on June 4, 2019.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Lisa Bhimani | 50.9 | 6,047 |
| ✔ | | Darcy Draeger | 49.1 | 5,837 |
| Total votes: 11,884 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for New Jersey General Assembly District 25 (2 seats)
Incumbent Anthony M. Bucco and Brian Bergen defeated Aura Kenny Dunn and John Barbarula in the Republican primary for New Jersey General Assembly District 25 on June 4, 2019.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Anthony M. Bucco | 42.0 | 8,691 |
| ✔ | | Brian Bergen | 24.1 | 5,001 |
 | Aura Kenny Dunn | 17.3 | 3,583 | |
| John Barbarula | 16.6 | 3,439 | ||
| Total votes: 20,714 | |||
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Campaign themes
2019
Ballotpedia survey responses
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John Barbarula completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Barbarula's responses.
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
Reduce taxes Consolidate state departments Address failing infrastructure
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
Prevent NJ from becoming a sanctuary state
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
President Regan He was able to communicate to the people and get things done
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
No one item would be able to explain my political views
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
Integrity
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
Intelligence, compassion and a love of my state
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
Always put the citizens above self
What legacy would you like to leave?
A more livable New Jersey
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
Landing on the moon 16 years old
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
Selling newspapers on the seaside boardwalk All summer
What happened on your most awkward date?
The girl I took home from a school dance father was a state trooper and he came to the door before I could kiss her goodnight
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Christmas it a time to be with family and reflect on your blessings
What is your favorite book? Why?
None
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
Spock Because of his intellect
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
Television I am a news junkie
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
Barbarula
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
My weight
Every state besides Nebraska has two legislative chambers. What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?
The two houses are very similar, the biggest difference is the senate confirms appointments
Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?
No Career politicians loose touch with being regular people
What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?
Meeting the mandate expenditures;Meeting the mandate expenditures
What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?
Leadership of ideas that reflect the citizens value and not the extreme fringes
Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
Yes Nothing can be done in Trenton without both sides working together
What process do you favor for redistricting?
Balance of population and historical connections of the municipal entities
If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
Transportation Law and public safety;Transportation Law and public safety
If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the legislature, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?
Yes, there has to be strong leadership to direct true conservative ideas;Yes, there has to be strong leadership to direct true conservative ideas
Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
No, I want to form my own path;No, I want to form my own path
Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?
No
Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?
Yes, the story of numerous people leaving the state because of high taxes
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See also
2019 Elections
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