
Nancy Solomon
WNYC reporter covering New Jersey politics for decades, known for her Dead End podcast on New Jersey political corruption.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 26min
Dancing in the Dark Money
Nancy Solomon, a seasoned WNYC reporter known for her work on New Jersey politics and the Dead End podcast, dives into the murky waters of political corruption in the Garden State. She discusses the serious indictments against Senator Robert Menendez and power broker George Norcross. The conversation unveils shocking bribery allegations, curious gold bars, and a messy web of racketeering. With a blend of humor and insight, Solomon outlines the challenges facing New Jersey's political future in light of these scandals and the role of dark money.

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Mar 10, 2025 • 24min
How Bob Menendez Came By His Gold Bars
Nancy Solomon, WNYC’s New Jersey reporter with deep insights into local politics, dives into the dramatic fall of Bob Menendez. She unravels his journey from the son of Cuban immigrants to a powerful Senator, now facing eleven years in prison for corruption. Solomon discusses Menendez's ties to bribes and the murky waters of political integrity. The conversation also touches on the implications of presidential pardons in corruption cases, casting a shadow on the future of anti-corruption efforts.

Jun 9, 2025 • 38min
New Jersey’s Gubernatorial Primary Key Issues
Nancy Solomon, a seasoned WNYC reporter and host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” call-in show, dives into New Jersey's upcoming gubernatorial primaries. She explores the nuanced dynamics of candidates dealing with immigration tensions and the shifting political landscape influenced by Trump. Solomon discusses how Democratic candidates are navigating taxation debates and what it means for voter engagement. She also highlights the contrasting strategies of moderate and progressive Democrats, emphasizing the importance of independent voters and the challenges facing female candidates.

Jun 2, 2025 • 26min
Countdown to the NJ Gubernatorial Election
Nancy Solomon, a WNYC reporter and host of the 'Ask Governor Murphy' call-in show, dives into the dynamics of the upcoming New Jersey gubernatorial primary. She discusses the strong Republican front-runner and explores the competitive nature of the Democratic candidates. Solomon highlights internal struggles within the Democratic Party over progressive issues and sheds light on disparities in educational funding. The significance of early voting and voter behavior trends round out this insightful political analysis.

May 15, 2025 • 16min
Ask Governor Murphy: May 2025 Recap
Nancy Solomon, a WNYC reporter and host of the monthly call-in show with Governor Phil Murphy, shares insights on urgent New Jersey issues. They discuss the chaos at Newark Airport and potential NJ Transit engineer strikes, highlighting commuter frustrations. Solomon also examines systemic failures in transportation, from canceled services to noise complaints in Hoboken, while emphasizing the complex dynamics of addressing these challenges through local government accountability and political maneuvering.