“United Auto Workers is proud to endorse Stephanie Schmid for Congress in New Jersey’s 4th District. Jobs in the auto industry and our rights as workers have been hit hard for many years, and we are confident that Stephanie will be an advocate for us in Washington, a partner in our fight to ensure a living wage for all workers, the right to collective bargaining, and to keep auto industry jobs here at home. UAW looks forward to working side-by-side with Stephanie in Congress to further benefit the workers of our nation and defend our right to unionize.” – Jeffrey Binz, UAW Region 9 Director
“People need to know their elected officials are fighting for their reproductive rights, especially during public health crises like we’re experiencing now. Planned Parenthood Action Fund is proud to endorse Stephanie Schmid for Congress in New Jersey’s 4th District. With her background as a human rights attorney and reproductive rights advocate, we know she will work tirelessly to ensure everyone can access the care they need — no matter what.” – Planned Parenthood Action Fund President, Alexis McGill Johnson
“I am excited that Planned Parenthood Action Fund is endorsing Stephanie Schmid for Congress in NJ-04. Stephanie is a dedicated advocate who has critical experience writing legislation to protect our reproductive health care, and we would be lucky to have her fighting as part of our New Jersey Delegation in favor of full reproductive rights for all.” – Kaitlyn Wojtowicz, Vice President of Public Affairs, Planned Parenthood Action Fund of New Jersey
“Stephanie has served our country with distinction, and it’s that same commitment to service that drives her campaign today to represent her community. As a former U.S. diplomat and an advocate for women’s reproductive rights, Stephanie has demonstrated repeatedly her commitment to defending our rights and freedoms. She brings the empathy and seriousness we need from our Congressional leaders — rooted in facts, committed to service, and with zero time for BS. That’s why we’re so proud to endorse her.” – Andrew Albertson, Executive Director of Foreign Policy for America
“Stephanie Schmid has a long record of elevating the voices of the marginalized and fighting for those who can’t fight for themselves. From her work across the globe with the State Department to her time directing foreign policy at the Center for Reproductive Rights, Stephanie has always put others before herself. I’m proud to endorse her.” – Rep. Seth Moulton (MA-6), Founder of Serve America
Garden State Equality
Established in 2004, Garden State Equality (GSE) is the largest LGBTQ advocacy organization in New Jersey and one of the most successful statewide civil rights organization for the LGBTQ community in the nation. Services include advocacy, policy work, and trainings. Garden State Equality is proud to endorse Stephanie Schmid for Congress in NJ-04.
National Association of Social Workers-Political Action for Candidate Election
“The National Association of Social Workers-Political Action for Candidate Election is proud to endorse Stephanie Schmid for Congress in New Jersey’s 4th District. Stephanie is committed to the well-being of individuals, families, and communities, and we look forward to working with her in Congress to advance our shared legislative priorities on behalf of social workers and the communities we serve.” – NASW-PACE Chair, Mary Jane Lundgren, MSW, RN
“Latino Action Network – Political Action Committee is proud to endorse Stephanie Schmid for Congress in New Jersey’s 4th District. Stephanie is committed to protecting and advancing the fundamental rights of all people, and we look forward to working with her in Congress on behalf of the issues of greatest importance to the Latino Community.” – Christian Estevez, Chair of LAN-PAC
“The stakes for reproductive freedom could not be higher in 2020, as Radical Right politicians across the country continue their relentless campaign to ban abortion and push access to reproductive healthcare as far out of reach as possible. NARAL is proud to endorse Stephanie Schmid, who will be a fierce advocate for reproductive freedom in Congress after unseating anti-choice, anti-freedom Representative Chris Smith, who for too long has advanced an extreme and out-of-touch ideological agenda.” – Ilyse Hogue, president of NARAL Pro-Choice America
National Organization for Women Political Action Committee
“National Organization for Women Political Action Committee is proud to endorse Stephanie Schmid for United States Representative in New Jersey’s 4th District. Stephanie’s experience protecting and advancing women’s rights at home and abroad as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer and human rights attorney proves that she is the type of leader we need in federal office. We are thrilled to be able to replace Representative Chris Smith, who supports outlawing abortion outright and banning access to birth control, with Stephanie, who is a champion of reproductive rights. We look forward to working with Stephanie to achieve full equality for women and girls.” – Anjali Mehrotra, President of National Organization for Women of New Jersey
“The district needs new leadership, and that is why BlueWaveNJ enthusiastically endorses Stephanie Schmid. Candidate Schmid holds an impressive resume as a foreign service officer and diplomat for the U.S. Department of State and as a human rights attorney and advocate. In-office, Schmid will focus on securing affordable healthcare for every American, protecting women’s reproductive rights, combating climate change, passing gun safety reforms, and ensuring every child has access to pre-K and early learning programs. Her record of service and the contrast of her priorities from her opponents shows an individual who will be an advocate for BlueWaveNJ’s goals. She faces a tight race, but Schmid is a strong candidate that represents the best chance to flip the 4th Congressional District blue.” – BlueWaveNJ
2020 Moms Demand Action Candidate Distinction
Moms Demand Action is part of Everytown for Gun Safety, and is the nation’s largest grassroots volunteer network working to end gun violence in America. This distinction is awarded to candidates who are committed to advocating for gun violence prevention and governing with gun safety in mind.
New Jersey Citizen Action
New Jersey Citizen Action endorsed candidates for the November 3rd elections as the candidates best able to address the most pressing issues of the COVID-19 pandemic and longstanding racial and socio-economic inequities in New Jersey and our nation. These candidates have consistently supported or championed policies that prioritize low- and moderate-income families and communities of color.
Elect Democratic Women
Stephanie is supported by Elect Democratic Women, an organization focused on electing more Democratic women to Congress.
National Women’s Political Caucus
Stephanie is endorsed by the National Women’s Political Caucus, a multi-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to increasing women’s participation in the political process. NWPC recruits, trains and supports pro-choice women candidates for elected and appointed offices at all levels of government.
“Stephanie has a record of serving our country as a former U.S. Foreign Service Officer and human rights attorney, which makes her exactly the type of leader we need in New Jersey and Washington. As we are faced with an unprecedented health and economic crisis, we need leaders who will stand up for the needs of the American people. From her work as a Diplomat in places like Haiti and Brazil, to her leadership at the Center for Reproductive Rights, Stephanie has demonstrated her commitment to fighting for the rights of all, not just the few. I know that she will be a tremendous partner in the fight for families across our state. I am proud to endorse Stephanie Schmid for Congress in New Jersey’s Fourth District.” – New Jersey Senator Cory Booker
“Stephanie’s service to our country as a retired U.S. Foreign Service Officer and her dedication to lifting up communities prove that she is the type of leader we need in Washington and in New Jersey. I look forward to having a colleague in NJ-04 to work with on critical climate change legislation, as Stephanie and I are both deeply committed to protecting our environment and our beloved Jersey Shore. I know I can count on her to join the rest of New Jersey’s Democratic delegation in the fight to repeal the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction cap, and she will work tirelessly to ensure that every American has access to affordable healthcare. I am proud to support Stephanie.” – Congressman Frank Pallone, NJ-6
“I had the pleasure of working with Stephanie at the State Department, and can say that we would be lucky to have her serve our country again representing New Jersey’s Fourth District. Her commitment to diplomacy and to protecting our national security will make her a great partner in Congress. I know we can count on her in the fight to restore the State and Local Tax Deduction, and that she will work tirelessly for New Jersey families. I am proud to support Stephanie.” – Congressman Tom Malinowski, NJ-7
“Stephanie has the background and expertise as a retired Foreign Service Officer, U.S. Diplomat and human rights attorney to finally flip this seat and represent our district. For years we’ve watched Chris Smith attack women’s healthcare in our name, and that needs to end now. I had the pleasure of getting to know Stephanie personally as she volunteered and worked hard for not only my race but so many of our local races. I look forward to having a partner at the federal level to work for our community and what truly matters to our constituents.”
– Assemblywoman Joann Downey, LD-11
“Stephanie has worked tirelessly to meet with folks throughout Monmouth County, listening to their needs and ensuring our community that she is a present and responsive leader who will work on behalf of all of us in Washington. I was impressed to see Stephanie and her campaign volunteer their time to help our local candidates running for election last fall, and I continue to be impressed with her dedication to this race and to our community during this crisis. We share a commitment to helping elect democrats running up and down the ballot. I look forward to working with Stephanie and her campaign to ensure victory in 2020.”
– David Brown, Monmouth County Democratic Chairman
“We are ready for a new voice representing Hamilton and Robbinsville, and all of New Jersey’s Fourth District. In addition to Stephanie’s impressive background as an attorney and U.S. Foreign Service Officer, she has shown her commitment to transparent and accountable leadership and has built a strong grassroots organization that continues to grow. I look forward to working together to finally flip this seat. We would be lucky to have her as our first Congresswoman to represent the Fourth District.” – Janice Mironov, Mayor of East Windsor and Mercer County Democratic Chairwoman
“Stephanie’s work strengthening democratic institutions abroad and protecting human rights as a U.S. Diplomat proves that she is committed to putting in the work to protect the fundamental rights of all people—including our right to a free and fair election. I look forward to having a partner at the federal level who will work to secure and expand voting rights for our community members in Mercer County and across our country.” – Paula Sollami Covello, Mercer County Clerk
“We need more leaders with service backgrounds to step up and represent our communities. Stephanie’s service to our country as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer and her commitment to putting country over party and fighting on behalf of our community is the type of leadership we need in Washington. I am proud to support Stephanie to be the first Congresswoman in New Jersey’s Fourth District and look forward to working together to help improve the lives of our families in Hamilton and Robbinsville.” – Jack Kemler, Mercer County Sheriff
“Stephanie has stepped up and has shown community members throughout Ocean County that she is dedicated to listening to their needs and that she is committed to putting in the work to help bring change at every level of government. Stephanie and her team helped campaign for local candidates up and down the ballot in Ocean County last fall, which was greatly appreciated. Stephanie’s service to our country as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer and her work as a human rights attorney demonstrate her commitment to working tirelessly on behalf of our community, and we will be fortunate to have her represent us in Washington when we finally flip NJ-04 in November.”
– Wyatt Earp, Ocean County Democratic Chairman; Kathy Russell, Vice Chair of the Ocean County Democrats; and Marta Harrison, former Mayor of Lakewood and current Lakewood Democratic Municipal Vice Chair
New Jersey Young Democrats
“Now, more than ever, we must advocate for the priorities important to our generation and to elect young people to office. As we approach November 3rd, NJYD will continue to advocate, organize, and support young democrats running for office across our state. My executive board and I look forward to continuing our work towards progressive change.” – NJYD President Fatima Heyward.
“Stephanie has the background and expertise to finally bring a new generation of leadership to this district, which is long overdue. Her work as a Foreign Service Officer in the State Department and human rights advocate at the Center for Reproductive Rights stands in stark contrast to Chris Smith’s record and makes her the best candidate to take him on. Stephanie has demonstrated that she is a thoughtful and transparent leader who will put country over party for the good of her constituents. I am thrilled to support her in her bid to finally flip this seat and become the next Congresswoman in NJ-04.”
– Josh Welle, 2018 Democratic Congressional Nominee, NJ-04
More Endorsements from NJ-04:
Mike Beson, Ocean Township Municipal Chair, Marissa Lambert, Vice Chair, and the Ocean Township Democratic Committee
Susan Boyce, Rumson Municipal Chair and the Rumson Democratic committee
Matt Cohen, Little Silver Municipal Chair
Liz deBeer, Fair Haven Municipal Co-Chair
Joan Gotti, Little Silver Municipal Vice Chair and Little Silver Democratic Club President, and the Little Silver Democratic Club
Josh Hodes, Sea Girt Municipal Chair
Janice Iwanyk, Howell Municipal Vice Chair
Cristina Kocsis, Neptune City Municipal Chair
Steve Lozowick, Bradley Beach Municipal Chair and the Bradley Beach Democratic Committee
Tricia Maguire, Middletown Democratic Committeewoman
Mike Mangan, Manasquan Municipal Chair
Maria Rondinaro, Belmar Municipal Chair
Patricia Sheehan, Avon Municipal Chair and former Mayor of East Brunswick
Meg Thomann, Freehold Township Municipal Chair
Patricia Troise, Manchester Municipal Chair
Ed Wolff, Point Pleasant Borough Municipal Chair
Scott Berlin, President of the Freehold Township Democrats and former Freehold Township Committee Candidate
Angela Ahbez-Anderson, Asbury Park Municipal Vice Chair
Erin Wheeler, Former Candidate for State Assembly, LD-10
Gene Davis, Former Councilman, Jackson
Steve Clayton, Monmouth County Democratic Committeeman
Manalapan Democratic Committee