Democratic Party Reacts to Stahl Party Switch

East Brunswick Democratic Committee Chairman Ed Luster issued the following statement in regards to Mayor David Stahl's recent announcement of his intent to leave the Democratic party and run for Senate as a Republican:

"After learning of mayor Stahl's switching parties to run for the Senate seat vacated by Sen. Buono, I recalled several conversations with the mayor during the last 12 months, including one at a well attended Democratic committee meeting where the mayor stated that he was and will always be a Democrat and had no intentions of seeking any other office except that of mayor.

I also recall his promises last year to me and others when he was seeking our support to run for re-election as mayor on the Democratic ticket. At that time he confirmed that he was a Democrat and promised that he would not switch parties after the election.

The voters of East Brunswick and the 18th District should consider Mayor Stahl's history of broken promises to his closest friends and supporters when they hear his campaign promises this year.

East Brunswick and Middlesex County Democrats are made up of a group of dedicated Democrats who are willing to work hard for their candidates and elected leaders. We are loyal and believe in the principals of Democracy, truth and the courage of our convictions."