NJ Governor Candidate Mikie Sherrill Silent on Joanne Chesimard’s Death
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Following the death of Joanne Chesimard, a polarizing figure in New Jersey politics due to her conviction in the 1973 killing of a state trooper and subsequent escape to Cuba, many political figures have voiced their reactions. However, Democratic governor candidate Mikie Sherrill has faced criticism for remaining silent, a contrast to her Republican rival Jack Ciattarelli and other Democrats. Despite attempts to extradite Chesimard back to the US, she died in Cuba without being held fully accountable for her crimes, according to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy.
In New Jersey, the death of Joanne Chesimard, aka Assata Shakur, has stirred political responses while Democratic governor candidate Mikie Sherrill remains silent. Chesimard’s 1973 conviction for the murder of a state trooper and her escape to Cuba have marked New Jersey politics.
Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli’s campaign states, “Joanne Chesimard’s death is a reminder of the lasting tragedy that justice was never served for the murder of Trooper Werner Foerster.” Adding, “Though she will never be held accountable, we honor Trooper Foerster’s sacrifice.”
Chesimard’s death has reflected upon law enforcement and the political landscape of New Jersey. The Cuban government confirmed Chesimard\’s death, says, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy.
“We worked with the State Department to bring Chesimard back to New Jersey, to face justice for the cold-blooded murder of an American hero. Sadly, she has passed without full accountability for her crimes,” says Murphy.
New Jersey Republican Assemblyman Mike Inganamort says the post “celebrates a cop killer.” while Murphy states it is “shameful and depraved.”
\”While Joanne Chesimard found safe harbor in Cuba, nothing can erase the pain her crimes inflicted on Trooper Foerster’s family,\” says New Jersey Democrat Rep. Josh Gottheimer. New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean adds, “Foerster will forever be remembered for his honorable service and ultimate sacrifice.”
In 1977, Chesimard was convicted of multiple charges, sentenced to life in prison for Foerster’s murder. She escaped in 1979 and resided in Havana since 1984. The FBI and the New Jersey attorney general offered a million-dollar reward for her capture.
Original article source: Mikie Sherrill stays silent as New Jersey politicians react to convicted cop killer\’s death
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