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Fast forward to today, and the political climate appears even more favorable for Republicans. Evidence suggests that New Jersey is shifting to the right, with recent elections indicating an emboldened conservative movement. Notably, in 2024, former President Donald Trump came within five percentage points of victory in the state, a significant rebound from previous Democratic margins.
This shift is partly attributed to a broader national trend where blue states are vulnerable to targeted strategies. Influential activists like Scott Pressler have pioneered grassroots efforts—focused on voter registration, mobilization, and early voting—that challenge the conventional notions of what’s possible in traditionally blue states.