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This was the first election held under the New Jersey Constitution of 1844, which was adopted on June 29 and reformed the state government, notably establishing an independent executive branch. Before 1844, New Jersey Governors were elected by a majority of the New Jersey Legislative Council and held office as a member of that body. [1]
The governor of New Jersey is the head of government of New Jersey and the commander-in-chief of the state's military forces.The governor has a duty to enforce state laws and the power to either approve or veto bills passed by the New Jersey Legislature, to convene the legislature, and to grant pardons, except in cases of treason or impeachment.
Isaac Halstead Williamson (September 27, 1767 – July 10, 1844) was an American lawyer, jurist, and politician who served two terms as the eighth governor of New Jersey, from 1817 to 1829. Early life and education
Charles Creighton Stratton (March 6, 1796 – March 30, 1859) was an American farmer and politician who served as the 15th governor of New Jersey from 1845 to 1848. He was the first popularly elected governor following the adoption of the 1844 New Jersey Constitution.
Daniel Haines (January 6, 1801 – January 26, 1877) was an American attorney, jurist, and politician who served as the 14th Governor of New Jersey in nonconsecutive terms in office from 1843 to 1845 and 1848 to 1851. During his first term, Haines was instrumental in calls for constitutional reform which led to the New Jersey Constitution of ...
New Jersey's 1927 biannual elections proposal, failed attempt to amend the 1844 constitution; Law of New Jersey; John Farmer Jr., he served as Acting Governor of New Jersey for 90 minutes on January 8, 2002; State constitution (United States) Governors of New Jersey
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy will appoint his former chief of staff, George Helmy, to replace Democratic Senator Bob Menendez, who has said he will resign next week after being convicted on ...
Governor of New Hampshire: Henry Hubbard (until June 6), John H. Steele (starting June 6) Governor of New Jersey: Daniel Haines ; Governor of New York: William C. Bouck (until end of December 31) Governor of North Carolina: John Motley Morehead ; Governor of Ohio: