Ras Baraka - Wikipedia
Ras Jua Baraka (born April 9, 1969 [1] [2] or 1970 [3] [4]) is an American politician, author, and educator. A member of the Democratic Party, Baraka is the 40th and current mayor of Newark, New Jersey.
The Honorable Mayor Ras J. Baraka - Newark, New Jersey
Ras J. Baraka is the 40th Mayor of the City of Newark. A native of Newark, whose family has lived in the City for more than 80 years, Mayor Baraka’s progressive approach to governing has won him accolades from grassroots organizations to the White House.
City of Newark - Newark, New Jersey
Ras J. Baraka is the 40th Mayor of the City of Newark. A native of Newark, whose family has lived in the City for more than 80 years, Mayor Baraka’s progressive approach to governing has won him accolades from grassroots organizations to the White House.
Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka: "I want to be the governor of ... - CBS News
Feb 20, 2024 · At a Black History Month event Monday night, Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka said, "I want to be the governor of the state of New Jersey." Baraka made the announcement with influential...
Ras J. Baraka - Ballotpedia
May 10, 2022 · Ras Baraka is the Mayor of Newark in New Jersey. He assumed office on July 1, 2014. His current term ends on June 30, 2026. Baraka (Democratic Party) is running for election for Governor of New Jersey. He declared candidacy for the general election scheduled on November 4, 2025. Mayoral elections in Newark are nonpartisan.
Ras Baraka’s Reasonable Radicalism - The New Yorker
Sep 30, 2024 · How the mayor of Newark is working to revive his city. Baraka is known for both assiduous data analysis and in-person exhortation. He tells constituents, “Stop waiting for stuff to happen for...
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka intends to run for N.J. governor, aide …
Feb 20, 2024 · Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka intends to run for New Jersey governor, his press secretary told NJ Advance Media on Tuesday. In a speech at a Black History month event Monday night,...
What’s Next for Newark: A Conversation with Mayor Ras J. Baraka
Ras J. Baraka, the 40th Mayor of the City of Newark, is a beacon of progressive leadership and inspiration. Born and raised in Newark, with deep roots in the city spanning over 70 years, Mayor Baraka’s visionary governance has earned him praise from grassroots movements to the highest echelons of power.
Newark is expanding its successful homelessness program. Here's how N.J ...
2 days ago · Newark, N.J. to expand already highly successful homelessness program 02:14. NEWARK, N.J.-- Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said Wednesday a program that has cut homelessness by half will be expanded. It ...
Ras J. Baraka | NJTPA | North Jersey Transportation Planning …
Sep 25, 2024 · Mayor Ras J. Baraka joined the NJTPA Board of Trustees when he took office as mayor in 2014. Previously, he served as South Ward councilman and deputy mayor. Mayor Baraka is credited with transforming Central High School, where he served as principal since 2007 until he became mayor.