The Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics

Corzine, Christie and Daggett Visit Rider’s Lawrenceville Campus in September

Rider’s Lawrenceville campus is a mere five miles from the New Jersey State House, but when the Garden State’s next governor takes the oath of office in January, he might recall that his path took him straight through the Bart Luedeke Center Theater. The Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics of Rider University hosted all three major candidates in the state’s gubernatorial race over the course of one week in September through its inaugural Governing New Jersey series.

“The entire nation is carefully following New Jersey’s race for the governor’s office, as it is one of only two statewide contests in the country this November,” said Ben Dworkin, director of the Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics. “We’re proud to say that the road to the statehouse literally leads through Rider University. All three candidates recognize the high level of interest present among voters in our region, and that’s why the Rebovich Institute is committed to giving the candidates a chance to speak to them.” 

All speeches were held at the Rider University Bart Luedeke Center Theater. 

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Christopher Daggett,  the independent candidate for governor, spoke on Tuesday, September 15. 
Chris Christie, the Republican challenger for the state’s top office, spoke on Wednesday, September 16.
Incumbent Democratic Gov. Jon S. Corzine concluded the Governing New Jersey series on Tuesday, September 22.

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Christopher Daggett
Chris Christie
Gov. Jon S. Corzine

The Rider Institute for New Jersey Politics is dedicated to public service and scholarly analysis of government, public policy, campaigns and elections in New Jersey.  To be included in the Institute, please complete the official Institute sign-up form.
Founded in 2001 by the late Professor David Rebovich (1949 – 2007), the Institute is a dynamic and creative home where students can network, study and gain practical experience in New Jersey politics.  In 2008, Ben Dworkin was named the new Director of the Institute for New Jersey Politics.  In September, the Institute was re-named the Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics.
An integral component of the Institute’s success is the active participation of Rider students in all of our programs.  The Institute is committed to assisting students with research projects, internships, service learning opportunities, job placement, and overall career development.
Typical programs include: Panel discussions and debates;  Major talks by invited guests;  Research presentations;  Formal and informal discussions with political candidates, officeholders, policy and issue advocates; and  Professional development workshops for students, community leaders, public officials and staff, and faculty

Programming is generously supported by The Hennessy Fund for the Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics.