A weekly conversation with former Govs. Brendan Byrne and Tom Kean Sr. THE RECORD: So governors, what do you think about the election? GOV. Full Article at NorthJersey.com

Gov.-elect Chris Christie survived Jon Corzine's money, a campaign assault directed from the White House, the teachers' union's wrath and an independent candidate out to be a spoiler, but emerged the victor earlier Election Night than anyone expected... Full Article at Asbury Park Press

Despite having elected two notable Republican governors — Tom Kean and Christie Todd Whitman — in the past 25 years, New Jersey has long been considered a staunchly Democratic, or “blue,” state. Full Article at Daily News Record

Senate Republican Leader Tom Kean welcomed the announcement by Governor Corzine that he is taking steps to save an additional $400 million in this year’s budget. Full Article at New Jersey Senate Republicans

Senate Republican Leader Tom Kean today called on Governor Jon Corzine to immediately impound all unspent funds. This year’s budget is running almost $1 billion behind in anticipated revenues. Full Article at New Jersey Senate Republicans

Democrats have long been known for putting supporters in the streets to hand out leaflets, knock on doors and even ride voters to the polls on Election Day. On Tuesday, area Republicans proved they know how to get out their vote, too. Full Article at Asbury Park Press