As a former officer in the U.S. Navy, I understand the importance of a strong national defense and our enduring obligations to all the women and men who serve in uniform to secure our freedom.

Caring for our nation's veterans and investing in Picatinny are some of my top priorities in Congress.

The people of New Jersey sent me to Congress because they are tired of partisan gridlock. They want to see our Congress get to work on legislation that will make people's lives better.

At the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey, I worked as an Outreach and Re-entry Coordinator and an Assistant U.S. Attorney. I have seen the best of our law enforcement community and the commitment that they have made to the public's safety. But I've also seen too many examples of where our system falls desperately short.

From Picatinny Arsenal to our great universities, New Jersey is leading the way to ensure our nation is secure and our service members are protected with the best possible equipment.

I know John Lewis was a man of deep faith and I pray that his spirit will always guide us as we continue the work of systemic change. He charted a path for us. May we all commit to walk in his footsteps.

If you're born a woman, you have a pre-existing condition.

Long-standing bipartisan support for Israel in Congress is grounded in our common values and shared security interests.

It's incredibly important that I decided to serve my country before deciding to run for office.

I have spent my life fighting for our country and our values. When those values are jeopardized, when our democracy is threatened, I believe it is our responsibility to speak out and demand accountability.

I left the Navy as a lieutenant after spending almost 10 years as a helicopter pilot.

I worked as a federal prosecutor in New Jersey.

I believe it is my responsibility as a member of Congress to ensure that I protect our country from any and all threats.

You want somebody in Congress representing you that on some level you feel has the same values you do and has the same priorities you do.

If I just said, 'I'm a helicopter pilot and a federal prosecutor' they might think I've served my country, I'm experienced. If I say, 'And I'm a mom,' they think I get it. 'She's a working mom. That's tough.'

It was never something that I thought put me in a good light, that I was a working mom.

Instead of looking to male mentors, saying this is the paradigm of a candidate and it looks like this, we're suddenly finding that there's some powerful female mentors - and they look a little different.

I've always been interested in politics.

I went to the Naval Academy in Annapolis and then I went right into the Navy after that.

I flew an H3 Sea King. The most famous Sea King is Marine One.

I have four kids.

I'm working with the New Dems, who are talking about the future of work, which is something I'm very interested in in New Jersey.

I've always felt like in a democracy - this is how I was raised - that as a citizen, it's your duty to work hard for the agenda of the country.

I think we can build broad bipartisan support for bringing down prescription drug costs.

When you're on the floor of the House of Representatives in the Democratic caucus, I like to say it feels like New Jersey. You have all different opinions, you have all different ideas.

It's critical that we engage the federal scientific community to further our understanding of COVID-19 as we work to keep communities safe and reduce the spread of the virus.

The National Guardsmen and women in New Jersey have been on the front lines of our fight against COVID-19.

While no community is immune to the impacts of COVID-19, I'm troubled by the disparate impact to communities of color.

As we continue to discuss ways to make our environment cleaner, and more just, for generations to come we must not forget our nation's history of racial and economic injustice and the health outcomes it's led to.

North Jersey residents rely on mass transit to get to work and our entire region is interconnected by our transit system.

Congress has made great strides in addressing the disparities in care, recognition, and benefits that our women veterans receive, but there is more work to be done.

Learning about WWII at the U.S. Naval Academy taught me about military tactics and the importance of fighting for our country's highest ideals.

Justice Ginsburg is a shining example of how one person can impact our world and truly make a difference. May her memory be a blessing.

The Child Care is Essential Act and the Child Care for Economic Recovery Act will deliver urgently-needed relief to providers and working families.

He was living proof that this country can improve. That, as a nation, we can peacefully confront historic wrongs and right them. John Lewis may be gone but his message and his legacy remains.

We are a nation of immigrants.

Some of the most important discoveries, innovations, and advances in our history have come from those seeking a new life in America.

The Great American Outdoors Act is a significant opportunity to invest in our public lands, including treasures in the 11th District like the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and Morristown National Historical Park.

We've seen the benefits of expanded telehealth services during the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of making sure access to care is available if patients have to stay at home. That value won't go away when the pandemic ends.

New Jersey has faced its own history of citizens demanding change and federal engagement in programs to address the needs of our community. We have also seen the success of law enforcement in our state when members work to listen to our communities and build a brighter future alongside our residents.

We need to restore the faith and trust between law enforcement and communities across the country.

The Constitution protects freedom of speech, but we must expect more from our elected officials to heal divisions in our country and unequivocally condemn anti-Semitism.

I intend to be an advocate for Picatinny Arsenal which plays a vital role in both our national defense and our local economy, and to address emerging national security threats such as climate change and cybersecurity.

I constantly hear from residents throughout my community about the need for common sense action in Congress to reduce gun violence.

I began serving my country when I was 18 years old and entered the U.S. Naval Academy.

I served in the Navy in Europe and know firsthand the importance of our NATO partners.

With the incredible rate of growth of autism diagnoses in New Jersey, it is critical that we support the research, education, and access to services that individuals on the autism spectrum and their families need.

I told New Jerseyans that I would find ways to work for commonsense, bipartisan solutions to some of our greatest challenges.

I want my kids to grow up in a world where everybody gets a fair shot.

Americans shouldn't have to hold down two or three jobs to make ends meet.