Nellie Pou Nominated to Replace Late Rep. Pascrell on NJ Ballot
New Jersey Democrats select state senator in a closed-door process, sparking calls for reform.
- Pou is poised to become New Jersey's first Latina in Congress.
- The selection process, dominated by party bosses, has drawn criticism.
- Pou has served in the state legislature since 1997.
- She secured key endorsements from Gov. Phil Murphy and local party leaders.
- Pou will likely win in the heavily Democratic 9th Congressional District.
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