Mercer Times

Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, a U.S. Congress member representing New Jersey’s 12th district, has recently shared her views on various social and political issues through a series of tweets. These posts reflect her ongoing commitment to democracy, education, and workers' rights.

On November 16, 2024, Rep. Watson Coleman marked the International Day of Tolerance by emphasizing the importance of democracy and peaceful coexistence globally. She stated, "Today is #InternationalDayOfTolerance, when we renew our commitment to democracy and peaceful coexistence across the world. Our international community cannot survive unless we recognize and respect the inalienable rights of every human being."

The following day, November 17, 2024, she highlighted American Education Week, celebrating public school teachers' efforts. She noted, "This week is #AmericanEducationWeek, when we celebrate the efforts of public school teachers and everyone working to ensure that every child receives a quality education. #EducationIsAHumanRight"

On November 18, 2024, Rep. Watson Coleman addressed a recent judicial decision regarding overtime pay in a tweet. She expressed concern over a ruling by a Trump-appointed judge that invalidated a Biden administration rule designed to expand overtime pay eligibility for workers. Her tweet read: "Last week, a Trump judge struck down a Biden rule that allowed more workers to collect overtime pay for working - you guessed it - overtime. Now, over 4 million more workers are ineligible for overtime pay. Meanwhile, executive bonuses are as fat as ever."