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NJ Divorce Loophole Wasting Tax Dollars [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:00:33 +0000

An archaic law known as "divorce from bed and broad" could be costing New Jersey taxpayers big bucks.

NJ Teacher Confronts Chris Christie, Gets Apology [VIDEO]

Townsquare News Network — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 09:10:30 +0000

A vacationing public school teacher who told Gov. Chris Christie she felt betrayed by his pension changes got an apology from him in Ocean City.

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NJ Governments Breaking The Law At Taxpayer Expense [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 08:46:20 +0000

An investigation has uncovered widespread improper participation in the state pension system among attorneys and other professionals working as independent contractors for local governments.

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Funding Gap For NJ Retirement Benefits Rises [AUDIO]

Stacy Proebstle — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 08:49:34 +0000

A state pension plan is considered healthy if its 80% funded. A new report from the Pew Center on the States finds many are not, including New Jersey.

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Federal Judge Tosses NJ Unions' Pension Suit

Townsquare News Network — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 11:05:21 +0000

A federal judge has thrown out a lawsuit brought by New Jersey teachers, police officers, firefighters and public workers challenging a law that requires them to pay more for their pensions and health benefits.

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