Op-Ed Summary: Joyce Watterman Criticizes Silence of Jersey City Mayoral Candidates on Recent Killings

In a compelling op-ed published on January 20, 2025, in the Jersey City Times, Council President and mayoral candidate Joyce Watterman addresses the recent tragic deaths of 20-year-old Rahmiere Morris and 15-year-old Cianna Lee. She expresses deep concern over the lack of response from fellow mayoral candidates, contrasting their silence with their swift reactions to previous incidents in more affluent neighborhoods.Jersey City Times+1Jersey City Times

Watterman emphasizes that true leadership requires consistent engagement across all communities, not just when it's politically expedient. She advocates for tangible solutions, including increased investment in youth programs, effective community policing, and real accountability measures to ensure the safety and well-being of all Jersey City residents.Jersey City Times

For the full op-ed, visit the Jersey City Times: Op-Ed: Those Who Want to Lead Jersey City are Silent on Recent Killings.