We Saved Our Park

Last month I reported that the Governor of New Jersey Jon Corzine (D), has slated 9 of our State Parks to close or reduce their services, as part of his State Budget cuts. The State Park closings will save New Jersey about 4.5 million dollars next year. The State Budget will be at least 33 Billion dollars! The State Park's closing will only save a mere drop in the fiscal budget. I also argued that while this is a State issue, it is of National concern as well. The most tragic target on Governor Corzine's hit list is Monmouth Battlefield State Park. The park is set on the site of The Battle of Monmouth that took place during the American Revolutionary War. The Battle of Monmouth was one of the most important and pivotal of the Revolution. That land has been paid for with the blood of our forefathers and belongs to the people. In an unexpected birthday present, I am pleased to report that all of our State Parks have been saved including the precious and historical Monmouth Battlefield State Park. Governor Corzine formally backed off of this unpopular budget cut. After all it was such a tiny portion of the State budget to spend for the massive amount of pleasure our State Parks generate. I want to that all who read my stories about New Jersey's State Parks. I also want to thank all of the good people of New Jersey who gave a damn, and prevented this tragedy. It's just proof of a common thread that runs through many of my posts. If We The People work for change and hold our Government accountable, there are no limits to what we can accomplish! Thanks again.


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