Red State Report: New Jersey August 2025 Recap
August 29, 2025
We’re excited to launch this monthly newsletter to keep you connected with the energy, events, and victories fueling our movement to Flip New Jersey this November.
August’s Momentum
This month, we were proud to welcome RNC Co-Chair KC Crosbie, NFRW President Julie Harris, and grassroots leader Scott Presler to New Jersey as they joined our team on the ground to help knock doors, energize voters, promote election integrity initiatives, and build the movement to Flip NJ Red. Their commitment shows that Republicans nationwide are all-in on our fight– and together, we’re making every door, every conversation, and every event count.
Serving New Jersey Communities
After a water main break disrupted life in Paterson, volunteers worked side by side to get bottled water to residents. They weren’t there for recognition. They were there because strong communities look out for one another– moments like this remind us that leadership starts with service!
Key Assembly Races to Watch
South Jersey
LD-2 (Atlantic)
➡️ Republican (incumbents): Don Guardian, Claire Swift
LD-8 (Burlington, Atlantic)
➡️ Republican (incumbent): Michael Torrissi
Central Jersey
LD-21 (Union, Somerset, Morris, Middlesex)
➡️ Republican (incumbents): Nancy Muñoz, Michele Matsikoudis
North Jersey
LD-36 (Bergen, Passaic)
➡️ Republicans: Christopher Musto, Diane DeBiase
By the Numbers: Highlights
Here’s the impact we’re making:
🤝 Hired 21 staffers since July under Chairman Paulsen
🚪 67,300 doors knocked statewide
📞 223,307 voter calls made
📅 100s of Events Attended & Hosted
🗳️ 1,700 new voters registered in July
GOP Spotlight
This month, we’re kicking off our first spotlight with two of the people working tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure Republicans win big in New Jersey.

🎯 Noriko Kowalewski, Deputy Director NJGOP
As Director of Constituent Services to Congressman Tom MacArthur (NJ-3), she managed district outreach and built lasting relationships with community leaders. The first woman to serve as Campaign Chair of the Ocean GOP, she was later tapped as Campaign Chair for the National Federation of Republican Women, rallying women nationwide to deliver wins in America’s toughest battleground States.
As Chair of the Ocean County Republican Women, she raised nearly a quarter of a million dollars, backed Republican candidates, and built a grassroots network across all 33 municipalities.
🎯 Ariana Brown, North Jersey Regional Election Integrity Director
With over five years of experience in campaign operations and coalition-building, Ariana is recognized for mobilizing teams, strengthening community networks, and delivering impactful results.
Save the Date!
On Thursday, September 25th, the New Jersey GOP is hosting our 8th Annual Woman of the Year Reception! This year, we are proud to stand with Republican women leaders across New Jersey and honor Kellyanne Conway as New Jersey GOP’s Woman of the Year.
📍 Full details coming soon — stay tuned!

🌟 Social Post Highlight
We’re re-energizing our socials — and this month’s highlight is our viral Cracker Barrel meme. Check it out 👀
Get Involved
Every door we knock, every call we make, every dollar we raise brings us one step closer to flipping New Jersey.
🚨 This fight won’t be won from the sidelines. We need YOU in the field, making phone calls, and standing with Republicans across our state. Can we count on your support? >>>
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