Message from NJPP

You’ve found New Jersey Policy Perspective’s website and we hope you’re finding what you see here to be thought provoking and enlightening.

We started NJPP in 1997 because of the need for credible research and analysis on important issues facing New Jersey.  Reasoned, effective public policy requires more than bumper sticker slogans, 30-second commercials and TV news sound bites. It takes an informed, engaged public.  Information is crucial so people can help to shape the debates we must have about this state’s future.

We need fresh ideas. We need to explore creative opportunities for getting government back to the job of representing people and helping them to make the best of their lives.  NJPP aims to help develop sound, progressive policies to provide New Jersey with a strong fiscal foundation and an equitable way of raising the money the state needs.

NJPP offers information that helps make debate more balanced.  We won’t swallow the conventional wisdom when there are other ways to look at problems.  Our publications and outreach activities are part of an effort not only to analyze issues but also to propose policy alternatives.  At NJPP we pride ourselves on shining light on problems often ignored by the politicians and the press.

Of course, we can’t do it alone.  Our work is made possible by the support we have received from individuals and organizations across the state.  If you would like to join this growing group, we welcome your support.  NJPP is a 501(c)(3) organization under the Internal Revenue Code.  That means we do not engage in elections or partisan politics, and it means your contributions are tax-deductible.

Thanks for your interest in NJPP.

New Jersey Policy Perspective is a member of the State Fiscal Analysis Initiative and the Economic Analysis Research Network, which bring together nonpartisan, independent, nonprofit organizations across the United States. These groups share a commitment to rigorous policy analysis and responsible budget and tax policies, with a particular focus on the needs of low- and moderate-income families.