Patricia Johnson (New Jersey)

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Patricia Johnson

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 7, 2023

Education

Associate

Mercer County Community College, 1979

Personal

Birthplace

Trenton, N.J.

Religion

Christian

Profession

Family child care provider

Contact

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Patricia Johnson (Republican Party) (also known as Pat) ran for election to the New Jersey State Senate to represent District 14. She lost in the general election on November 7, 2023.

Biography

Patricia Johnson was born in Trenton, New Jersey. She earned an associate degree from Mercer County Community College in 1979. Her career experience includes working as a family child care provider, critical care nurse, and the president of product design and development for Mobile Solutions International/Nutra2Go.

Elections

2023

See also: New Jersey State Senate elections, 2023

General election

General election for New Jersey State Senate District 14

Incumbent Linda Greenstein defeated Patricia Johnson in the general election for New Jersey State Senate District 14 on November 7, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Linda Greenstein (D)	59.8	33,020
		Patricia Johnson (R)	40.2	22,225

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 55,245
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for New Jersey State Senate District 14

Incumbent Linda Greenstein advanced from the Democratic primary for New Jersey State Senate District 14 on June 6, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Linda Greenstein	100.0	10,665

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for New Jersey State Senate District 14

Patricia Johnson advanced from the Republican primary for New Jersey State Senate District 14 on June 6, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Patricia Johnson	100.0	4,740

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,740
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Endorsements

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2021

See also: New Jersey General Assembly elections, 2021

General election

General election for New Jersey General Assembly District 15 (2 seats)

Incumbent Anthony S. Verrelli and incumbent Verlina Reynolds-Jackson defeated Patricia Johnson and Pedro Reyes in the general election for New Jersey General Assembly District 15 on November 2, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Anthony S. Verrelli (D)	40.7	37,507
✔	Submit photo	Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D)	40.3	37,214
		Patricia Johnson (R)	16.8	15,492
		Pedro Reyes (Vote For Pedro Party)	2.2	2,042

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 92,255
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for New Jersey General Assembly District 15 (2 seats)

Incumbent Verlina Reynolds-Jackson and incumbent Anthony S. Verrelli advanced from the Democratic primary for New Jersey General Assembly District 15 on June 8, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Verlina Reynolds-Jackson	51.6	11,904
✔	Submit photo	Anthony S. Verrelli	48.4	11,153

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 23,057
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for New Jersey General Assembly District 15 (2 seats)

Patricia Johnson advanced from the Republican primary for New Jersey General Assembly District 15 on June 8, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Patricia Johnson	100.0	3,011

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,011
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Campaign themes

2023

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2021

Patricia Johnson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Johnson's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I was born and raised in Mercer County by hardworking middle class parents. After putting myself through school I began my career in the critical care unit at Fox Chase Cancer Institute. I have a wide variety of work experience due to my entrepreneurial spirit. I have owned and operated a successful family child care business to aford me the opportunity to be a stay at home mom. My passion for children lead me to address senators and congressman in supprt of Bill 549 chaired by Senator Vitali and Co Chaired by Shirley Turner in 2015. I have worked with a start up medical supply company as Vice President of Product Design and Development. I am passionate about the determinants of quality of life and how to create meaningful change to make a difference. I have many hours of volunteer work in Mercer County, Lawrence Soccer Association, Lawrence Schools, Slackwood Ladies Auxiliary, Slackwood Volunteer Fire Company, Trenton Soup Kitchen and my latest endeavor, forming with my two nieces a group of approximately 30 volunteers to mass produce approximately 7,000 face mask during the early stages of Covid. I have been given awards, letters and the most meaningful Challenge coins from the Trenton Police Commissioner, Trenton Fire Departments and Homeland Security. This task could not have been completed without each and every person that participated in this project. My goal today is to bring a hardworking honest,citizenry Government back to politics in New Jersey.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Principled leadership based policy over party affiliation.
• Accessible leadership. All public servants should be accountable to and accessible to the public they serve.
• Trustworthy leadership. The public is tired of leadership that only serves itself, I will serve my district and will proudly be accountable to them.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

A return to citizenry government that serves the people. I intend to serve my district , both Republican and Democrat alike proudly and honorably. The time has come for those serving in government to answer to the people and put an end to special interest politicians who only serve those interests.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My father Lawerance W Ober (deceased). My father accepted mistakes in people and was forgiving but he also demanded accountability and responsibility. At a very young age I learned the importance of honesty, morals, responsibility and integrity.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

The Patriot because it is about our struggle for independence. In order to appreciate our independence we need to understand the struggles and sacrifices that were made to gain this independence that we can so easily loose.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Principaled, Accessable, and Trustworthy servants of the people

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Principaled, Trustworthy and giving of myself in service to others. I am passionate about the determinants of quality of life and how to create meaningful change to make a difference.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To represent the people they serve.

What legacy would you like to leave?

That one individual can make change, "It's amazing what one person can get done when nobody cares who gets credit for doing it" (Ronald Reagan)

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The assassination's of JFK , his brother Bobby and MLK. This created an interest in politics for me as a young woman in my teens.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very first job was a candy striper working in a hospital as a young woman. This interest in caring for others has stayed with me throughout my life. I later worked as a nurse in a cancer hospital. I now own and operate a child care facility where I can still use this love of caring for others by caring for children. I also hold a leadership role in a child care union. I intend to continue my desire to care for others in my role as assembly person, if honored with that opportunity.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Diary Of Ann Frank

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Celie in "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker. Celie came from a far less privileged upbringing than the typical Assembly candidate. However she survived and triumphed, coming out victorious, learning through the process how to love herself. In the struggeling world we live in today she would be a strong candidate for those who have survived sexual assault and an example of how to find community through adversity. It would also be nice to have a politician whose faith is more than a cynical pose.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Amazing Grace My Chains Are Gone

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Dealing with Dyslexia

What are the benefits and drawbacks of a unicameral state legislature, in your opinion?

A unicameral state legislature unfortunately puts to much power into one group.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

I do believe that experienced politicians serve a purpose however I feel in the society we live in today we need everyday average citizens representing average citizens and their needs as well. Experience as I said has its purpose however we have to many professional long term politicians only serving for their own goals of being re-elected rather than serving the people.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

I do believe that listening to all opinions from Democrats, Republican's and Independent's alike will help to broaden your knowledge and wisdom on issues.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

When and if it is done, redistricting needs to be done in a bipartisan manor assuring that gerrymandering does not take place.

If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Marine Fisheries Council, Aging and Senior Services, Health, Law and Public Safety, Women and Children

If you are a current legislator, what appealed to you about your current committees?

Not currently serving

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

U.S. Congressman Chris Smith

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

NO

Tell us your favorite joke.

I'm not a Comedian

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

Yes for check and balance purposes.

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Current members of the New Jersey State Senate

Leadership

Senate President:Nicholas Scutari

Majority Leader:Teresa Ruiz

Minority Leader:Anthony Bucco

Senators

District 1

Mike Testa (R)

District 2

Vincent Polistina (R)

District 3

John Burzichelli (D)

District 4

Paul Moriarty (D)

District 5

Nilsa Cruz-Perez (D)

District 6

James Beach (D)

District 7

Troy Singleton (D)

District 8

Latham Tiver (R)

District 9

Carmen Amato (R)

District 10

James Holzapfel (R)

District 11

Vin Gopal (D)

District 12

Owen Henry (R)

District 13

Declan O'Scanlon (R)

District 14

Linda Greenstein (D)

District 15

Shirley Turner (D)

District 16

Andrew Zwicker (D)

District 17

Bob Smith (D)

District 18

Patrick Diegnan (D)

District 19

Joseph Vitale (D)

District 20

Joseph Cryan (D)

District 21

Jon Bramnick (R)

District 22

Nicholas Scutari (D)

District 23

Doug Steinhardt (R)

District 24

Parker Space (R)

District 25

Anthony Bucco (R)

District 26

Joseph Pennacchio (R)

District 27

John McKeon (D)

District 28

Renee Burgess (D)

District 29

Teresa Ruiz (D)

District 30

Robert Singer (R)

District 31

Angela McKnight (D)

District 32

Raj Mukherji (D)

District 33

Brian Stack (D)

District 34

Britnee Timberlake (D)

District 35

Benjie Wimberly (D)

District 36

Paul Sarlo (D)

District 37

Gordon Johnson (D)

District 38

Joseph Lagana (D)

District 39

Holly Schepisi (R)

District 40

Kristin Corrado (R)

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