Power in Hudson County is no longer about one party line or one machine. It’s about who can win competitive races, organize support across cities, and survive real contests. Influence today is shaped through networks, coalition-building, and the ability to drive outcomes beyond your own base. These ten individuals are leading, building, or redefining what power looks like in Hudson County.
James Solomon
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- Jersey City Mayor Solomon’s victory was a defining moment. By defeating Jim McGreevey, who was backed by Sen. Brian Stack, Solomon shifted the conversation around political viability. He is now widely seen as a gatekeeper for candidates running as reformers and progressives. His endorsement has become a marker of seriousness for nontraditional…