Jane Fonda Climate PAC Endorses Brennan and Bhalla: “They’ll Make Polluters and Power Brokers Answer to the People”
The Jane Fonda Climate PAC, founded by Academy Award-winning actor and activist Jane Fonda, today endorsed Katie Brennan and Ravi Bhalla for State Assembly in New Jersey's 32nd Legislative District, highlighting the candidates' records on climate resilience and their commitment to taking on powerful interests that prioritize profits over environmental protection.
"As Republicans in Washington wage a dangerous assault on clean energy, our mission to elect bold climate champions at all levels of government is more vital than ever," said Jane Fonda, Founder of the Jane Fonda Climate PAC. "Katie Brennan and Ravi Bhalla are exactly the kind of climate leaders we need. They’re fearless, justice-driven, and deeply committed to climate action. Katie and Ravi know how to get things done, and I know they will bring bold, innovative leadership to the New Jersey Assembly that puts people and the planet first before Big Oil and corporate special interests.”
Katie Brennan served as founding director of New York's Office of Resilient Homes and Communities, overseeing climate adaptation projects that combined housing affordability with environmental protection. JanePAC praised her record, calling Brennan “a policy powerhouse who has taken on political machines, corrupt systems, and climate change."
"Climate change isn't just an environmental issue — it's a housing issue, an economic justice issue, and a matter of basic fairness," said Katie Brennan. "I’m proud to have the support of the Jane Fonda Climate PAC. They get that real climate action requires elected officials who aren't afraid to take on the fossil fuel industry and their political allies."
Mayor Ravi Bhalla has made Hoboken a national model for climate resiliency, with the city receiving an "A" rating from CDP and becoming the first in New Jersey to establish a Department of Climate Action & Innovation. Under Mayor Bhalla’s leadership, Hoboken became the first city in New Jersey to sue big oil companies for climate change damages.
“I’m running to put our communities and our planet first, not the interests of fossil fuel companies and their lobbyists," said Mayor Bhalla. "That’s what I’ve always done as mayor, and that’s what I’m ready to do in the Assembly. We need to act on climate change right now. We can’t wait for the party bosses’ permission."
Brennan and Bhalla are campaigning on a platform that includes passing the Climate Superfund Act to make polluters pay for climate damage, stopping the $11 billion Turnpike expansion that would increase emissions and traffic, and investing in green infrastructure that creates union jobs while protecting frontline communities.
Both candidates have pledged to refuse contributions from fossil fuel companies and have taken the Food & Water Watch pledge to reject fossil fuel money. Their opponents have accepted significant donations from contractors and organizations supporting the controversial Turnpike widening project that will bring more traffic and air pollution to Hudson County.
The 32nd Legislative District primary election will be held on June 10, 2025, with early voting beginning June 3. The district includes parts of Jersey City and all of Hoboken.