New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy on Tuesday took implicit aim at GOP rivals who criticize blue states for being “woke” while also calling for responsible government and bipartisanship in his annual state of the state address.
Murphy has responded to questions about a possible presidential candidacy by saying he would back President Joe Biden if he runs for reelection next year, leaving open the possibility he could consider running.Invoking tax incentive programs in Florida and Georgia aimed at attracting businesses, Murphy claimed New Jersey’s third quarter of 2022 economic output outpaced their performance.
He touted his work alongside Republican Utah Gov. Spencer Cox at the National Governors Association, saying that state and national politics needs less contempt and more friendship. New Jersey Republicans viewed the speech as a scene-setter for a possible presidential run and criticized Murphy's administration amid high inflation.
He unveiled a proposal to overhaul the state's Prohibition-era liquor license system for restaurants.
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