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Black Legislator Report Card
Grading performance on key economic equity legislation
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Grading Methodology
A Champion: 90-100% aligned votes, primary sponsor of Black Agenda bills
B Ally: 80-89% aligned votes on economic equity legislation
C Mixed: 70-79% alignment, inconsistent on key votes
D Concerning: 60-69% alignment, missed several key votes
F Failing: Below 60%, voted against core Black Agenda priorities
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The Black Legislator Report Card
The Report Card feature grades Black legislators on their voting record related to the "Black Agenda"—legislation that addresses the economic, social, and political priorities of Black communities in New Jersey.
Economic Context
Our grading is informed by the stark economic realities facing Black New Jerseyans:
New Jersey's Racial Economic Disparities
For every $1 Black families have, White families have significantly more
Median Net Worth
33x more
=
Black: <$20,000
White: $662,500
Homeownership Rate
1.8x more
=
Black: 41.3%
White: 76.6%
Median Household Income
1.6x more
=
Black: $68,457
White: $110,086
Liquid Assets (Savings & Cash)
5.4x more
=
Black: $2,500
White: $13,500
Retirement Savings
4.3x more
=
Black: $23,400
White: $100,000
Black Households
White Households
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates (2024), Tables S2502 & B19013B; Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP) 2023-2024
Economic Pillars
Bills are categorized and weighted across 12 economic pillars:
F Below 60%: Votes against Black community interests
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Disclaimer: This tool is provided for informational and civic engagement purposes only. The grades and analysis presented are based on our methodology and interpretation of voting records. We encourage users to review the underlying data and form their own conclusions. This platform is not affiliated with the New Jersey State Legislature or any political party.