12th District Democrats on their No. 1 priority if Dems retake the House

Twelve Democrats are vying on June 2 for the party’s nod to succeed a retiring Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman in the 12th Congressional District.

By: New Jersey Monitor Staff

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: May 28, 2026

Words: 703

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago


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Twelve Democrats are vying in the June 2 primary for their party’s nomination to succeed a retiring Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman in the 12th Congressional District.

We asked each of them what Democrats should do first if the party wins control of the House of Representatives after November’s elections. Here are their answers:

Matt Adams

We need to raise the age at which someone can stay on their parents’ healthcare …

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