It can be a vicious circle for many in New Jersey; they can't pay their bills because they can't get a job, but they can't get a job because they can't pay their bills.
While campaigning for re-election, legislative Democrats promised to work on job creation and the economy, but top-tier Assembly Republicans say those same Democrats have since abandoned that pledge.
Gov. Chris Christie's high approval rating in Tuesday's Monmouth University-Asbury Park Press poll is no surprise, but this is: For the first time ever in the survey, property taxes are not at least tied for the number-one concern of New Jersey residents.
Even though there are still millions of people seeking employment, a new survey finds certain employers are having difficulty finding qualified applicants for certain specialized jobs.
A couple of weeks ago, right after the government shutdown and a disappointing jobs report was issued, many financial experts said the economic recovery appeared to be slowing down.
Along with the governor's office and all 120 seats in the legislature up for grabs in today's general election in New Jersey, there are also two ballot questions for voters to consider.