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Statement from Governor Murphy on Recent Comments by New Jersey State Board of Education Member Jack Fornaro

05/16/2019

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today released the following statement following comments earlier this month by New Jersey State Board of Education member Jack Fornaro:

“My administration is committed to fostering a learning environment where all students are welcome. I will not support comments during school board meetings that fly in the face of New Jersey’s values. 

“In light of Mr. Fornaro's comments, I urge him to resign. Bias cannot be tolerated.”