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Simon Galperin

Simon is the founder and Executive Editor of The Jersey Bee. He is a Bloomfield resident who grew up in Bergen County and leads our editorial, engagement, product, and business development efforts.

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How New Jersey leftist groups define “progressive”
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May 6, 2025

The Jersey Bee asked three New Jersey organizations on the political left to explain what “progressive” means to them. Here’s what they said.

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What we know about Bloomfield’s purchase of the former site of Essex County’s Bloomfield Tech high school
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Local Government
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March 25, 2025

The Jersey Bee received questions from residents about the purchase and development of the former Bloomfield Tech property. Here's what we learned.

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Los candidatos a la gobernación de Nueva Jersey en 2025 responden preguntas sobre segregación y equidad
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February 21, 2025

The Jersey Bee preguntó a 12 candidatos a la gobernación de Nueva Jersey cuáles eran sus planes para un estado más justo y equitativo. Seis respondieron. Esto es lo que contestaron.

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‘Everybody needs a village’: In New Jersey, a community of health providers redesign care for Black mothers
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February 11, 2025

Black women are nearly seven times more likely to die than white women from a pregnancy-related death in New Jersey. A number of promising programs – designed by and for Black women – could change that.

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Newark students’ guide to voting in local school board elections
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February 3, 2025

Here’s what 16- and 17-year-olds need to know about voting in Newark’s school board elections.

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N.J. 2025 governor candidates answer questions on segregation and equity
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Reporting
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January 27, 2025

The Jersey Bee asked 12 candidates for governor in New Jersey their plans for a more just and equitable state. Six responded. Here's what they said.

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How municipal zoning and planning work in New Jersey
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January 15, 2025

Zoning and planning boards decide what gets built where in every city and town in New Jersey. Here is how zoning works and how to get involved in zoning and planning decisions where you live.

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Facing eviction in New Jersey? This housing hotline offers free support to help you figure out your next steps.
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Housing
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January 8, 2025

Evictions are the second leading cause of homelessness in Essex County. Learn more about this resource from Ironbound Community Corporation that can help you navigate evictions.

Cómo encontrar recursos sobre el aborto en Nueva Jersey
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Reproductive Health
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December 2, 2024

Aquí se explica cómo encontrar un proveedor de un aborto, conseguir apoyo financiero u otro tipo de apoyo, y reconocer centros antiaborto en el Condado de Essex y Nueva Jersey.

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How to find abortion resources in New Jersey
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November 22, 2024

Here is how to find an abortion provider, get financial or other support, and spot anti-abortion centers in Essex County and New Jersey.

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