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Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 3, 2026 New Jersey General Election

Candidates for Congressional District 5, New Jersey

Joshua S. Gottheimer - D

►Websitejosh4jersey.com

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Sean Kirrane - R

►Websitewww.seankirrane.com/homepage

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Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Religious Affiliation

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Areas to Concentrate On

Housing & Communities

Housing

Homelessness

Health & Medical

Healthcare

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

Immigration Policy & Reform

Border Security

Foreign Policy

Israel

Gaza

Israel, Hamas and Palestinian Conflict

China

Russia

Ukraine

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Organization Endorsements

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Education & Schools

Education

Courts, Laws & Justice

Law Enforcement

Energy

Technology, Internet, Social Media, Science & Space

TikTok

Taxes

Seniors, Social Security, Medicare, Pensions

Seniors & Aging of Population