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Terrence T. McDonald

Terrence T. McDonald

Editor Terrence T. McDonald is a native New Jerseyan who has worked for newspapers in the Garden State for more than 15 years. He has covered everything from Trenton politics to the smallest of municipal squabbles, exposing public corruption and general malfeasance at every level of government. Terrence won 23 New Jersey Press Association awards and two Tim O’Brien Awards for Investigative Journalism using the Open Public Records Act from the New Jersey chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. One politician forced to resign in disgrace because of Terrence’s reporting called him a "political poison pen journalist.” You can reach him at [email protected].

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Commentary

In Senate race, question of cease-fire in Gaza reveals contrast between Tammy Murphy, Andy Kim

By: - November 27, 2023

We asked two candidates for the U.S. Senate whether they support a cease-fire in Gaza. Only one answered the question.

Commentary

Jim McGreevey is seeking redemption. Is it for the right reason?

By: - November 10, 2023

Former Gov. Jim McGreevey wants to redeem himself with voters for his 2004 sex scandal, but he's not being totally honest about why he resigned.

Commentary

Are Democrats about to hand First Lady Tammy Murphy a U.S. Senate seat?

By: - November 3, 2023

First Lady Tammy Murphy wants to be a U.S. senator. New Jersey Democrats should not clear the field for her.

Offshore wind developer kills two New Jersey projects

By: - November 1, 2023

Ørsted’s decision is a major blow to what had been the centerpiece of Gov. Phil Murphy’s clean energy agenda.

Jersey City sues New Jersey in bid to halt cops from using cannabis

By: and - October 17, 2023

Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop, who is seeking the Democratic nomination for governor in 2025, has argued it would not be safe for police officers to be allowed to use cannabis off duty.

Commentary

Sen. Menendez flips New Jersey the bird

By: - September 27, 2023

New Jersey deserves better than a senator who will spend the next few years arguing that it’s OK to take gold from friends seeking official favors.

Commentary

Governor Murphy flip-flops on aiding immigrants

By: - September 4, 2023

Gov. Phil Murphy ran for office suggesting New Jersey become a sanctuary state. Now, he's turning his back on asylum seekers who need our help.

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Millville court officials discriminated against Spanish-speaking litigants, complaint says

By: - August 8, 2023

Attorney General Matt Platkin called it "disappointing, disheartening, and unacceptable" that anyone would face discrimination from a public entity.

Commentary

New Jersey Supreme Court sends correct message on political corruption

By: - August 8, 2023

The New Jersey Supreme Court does not want to make it harder for prosecutors to go after corrupt politicians. Is the U.S. Supreme Court listening?

Commentary

Big, ugly win for N.J. Democratic leaders who pushed for campaign finance overhaul

By: - July 27, 2023

After New Jersey Democrats pushed a major overhaul to our campaign finance laws, the party gets to skate on some alleged violations.

Commentary

Daniel’s Law is bad for N.J. journalists — and everyone who wants government accountability

By: - July 17, 2023

Daniel's Law was intended to protect judges and others from being targeted. Instead, it's being weaponized to prevent the public from access to important information about their elected leaders.

Commentary

An assault on transparency in Trenton

By: - June 19, 2023

Four bills introduced last week would sharply limit how New Jersey residents can access public records.