Susan Copius Altman

Campaign Finance and Government Reform

Altman advocates for reducing the influence of money and political machines in government.

As former director of the New Jersey Working Families Party, Altman built a reputation as an anti-machine reform advocate challenging entrenched party bosses and dark money in politics.

Healthcare

Altman supports expanding access to affordable healthcare.

As a progressive Democratic candidate, Altman aligns with party positions favoring protecting the Affordable Care Act and lowering healthcare and prescription drug costs.

Public Safety and Law Enforcement

Altman emphasizes support for local law enforcement and community safety.

Her campaign highlighted an endorsement from CD-7 sheriffs in a campaign ad, signaling a focus on public safety credentials.

Workers' Rights and Labor

Altman is a strong advocate for workers and labor unions.

Her leadership of the New Jersey Working Families Party centers on economic justice, workers' rights, and supporting organized labor.

Reproductive Rights

Altman supports protecting abortion access and reproductive freedom.

As a progressive Democrat, she aligns with party positions favoring codifying reproductive rights protections.

Taxes and Economic Fairness

Altman favors a fairer tax system and easing cost-of-living burdens on middle-class families.

Consistent with her Working Families advocacy, she emphasizes economic fairness and reducing tax burdens on working families, including issues like the SALT deduction relevant to NJ voters.

Political Accountability

Altman positions herself as an outsider fighting corruption and entrenched political power.

Her career has been defined by confronting political machines and advocating for transparency and accountability in New Jersey government.