Campaign Catch-up: Historian Kristoffer Shields on the Latest on the Race for NJ Governor

WNYC News | Oct 21, 2025

New Jersey voters cast their ballots for the next governor of the state in just 14 more days.

Polling shows an extremely tight race between Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli and Democratic Representative Mikie Sherrill.

To keep up with it all, we're bringing you Campaign Catch Up, our quick, weekly look at the latest.  

Historian Kristoffer Shields is the director of the Eagleton Center on the American Governor at Rutgers University. He joined WNYC's Morning Edition host Michael Hill to talk through the latest.  

WNYC is funded by sponsors and member donations

Top Stories

Rahm Emanuel Says Israel’s Path Is “Not Sustainable Politically.” Plus, the Critic Richard Brody on “The Odyssey”

A likely Democratic presidential candidate says the U.S. must end unconditional support for Israel. Emanuel explains his proposal for Middle East peace, and his position on trans rights.
The New Yorker Radio Hour |

Smoke-filled skies are new normal for NYC summers, experts warn

Climate change has caused wildfires in Canada to grow more frequent and more intense, which creates a viscous cycle as the blazes pump more carbon into the atmosphere.
Gothamist |

From Subpoenas to Cockroaches: Journalist Intimidation 101

Plus, a documentary about the eBay stalking scandal.
On the Media |

Join us for a live series on what it means to make New York more affordable

We’re holding community events across New York City, “In Conversation: The Affordability Series,” through the rest of the year to explore real solutions to issues affecting millions of New Yorkers.
Gothamist |
YOU ARE ONLINE