Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Announces Run for Governor of New Jersey

Ras J. Baraka is the 40th Mayor of the City of Newark. His recent announcement in Trenton was a surprise but seemed well-received by the attendees at the Black History Month event. Mayor Baraka was educated in the Newark Public Schools. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and History from Howard University in Washington, D.C. and a Master’s Degree in Education Supervision from St. Peter’s University in Jersey City.

Read more details of his background.Mayor Baraka's Accomplishments (rasjbaraka.com)

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