Councilwoman Rosie Pino, secured a decisive victory at the Bergen County GOP Convention, defeating Tiffany Burress with a commanding 57% to 43% of the vote. The results from the district’s largest county send a clear message: the grassroots momentum in NJ-09 belongs to a candidate who has a lifetime of roots in the community, and a career defined by winning.
Despite premature endorsements for the opposition from party bosses, the County Committee members — the heart and soul of the Republican Party — overwhelmingly chose Pino’s record of success over outside narratives. The victory effectively shifts the landscape of the race, establishing Rosie Pino as the clear frontrunner with the broad-based support necessary to flip the seat in November.
Last night proved that you can’t manufacture the kind of trust Rosie has built over a lifetime in this district,” said Kenny Gonzalez, Campaign Manager for Rosie Pino. “The Bergen County GOP has spoken, and it chose a leader who doesn’t just talk about winning — she delivers it. Winning isn’t a theory for Rosie; she has stood before the voters and won four consecutive elections because she understands the kitchen-table issues facing North Jersey families.” With the growing support of local elected officials and grassroots conservatives across the district, Pino’s campaign is now calling for party unity as the focus shifts toward the general election.“ The time for internal debate has passed. Our goal is singular: defeating the Democrats in November,” Gonzalez continued.
“Rosie Pino has a proven record of winning here and the local trust to lead our party to victory. While others are still finding their footing in the district, lacking a clear policy platform and a history of involvement in our local party, Rosie is already running the race to win. We invite everyone — from every corner of the district — to join this winning movement and choose a candidate who actually lives here and knows how to lead.”
For more information on Rosie Pino’s vision for NJ-09, visit RosiePinoforNJ.com .