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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 25/03/2026

This week, I announced I'm leaving the NJ-07 congressional race. The fight for truth and science is far from over — I'll just be fighting it differently. Grateful for everyone who was part of this campaign.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 21/03/2026

I’m honored to have the endorsement of the Warren County Democratic Committee. 💙 Alongside local leaders, members of Congress, unions, environmentalists & grassroots Democrats across NJ-07, we’re building the momentum to beat Tom Kean Jr. and hold Donald Trump accountable.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 20/03/2026

Had a great time at the Somerset County Democratic Convention Wednesday night. Real people, real energy, real stakes. 🙌 @SomersetNJDems #NJ07 #NJPolitics

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 19/03/2026

Proud to be featured in @usatoday.com with other Congressional candidates who believe in facts & science. I left the USDA because I refused to follow orders that went against the science. Now I'm running to restore facts & accountability to #NJ07 Read here: bit.ly/4rynOuI

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 18/03/2026

🧵 (1/3) President Trump’s disgusting statement about learning disabilities is yet another example of failure of leadership and morality at the highest office. @gavinnewsom.bsky.social

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 17/03/2026

I had a wonderful Saturday at the Sussex County Democratic Convention — talking, listening, connecting with some of the most dedicated Democrats in #NJ07. This community is fired up and so am I. Grateful for every conversation. 💙 #NJPolitics

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 01/03/2026

Only Congress has the power to declare war. President Trump’s attack on Iran is unconstitutional and risks dragging us into another endless Middle East conflict. We cannot repeat the mistakes of the past. Congress must act—and Rep. Tom Kean Jr.’s silence is unacceptable.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 25/02/2026

Over 200 scientists endorsed our campaign. As a scientist, former farmer, and labor leader, I’ve seen Trump’s attacks on science up close. In Congress, I’ll be the first woman with a natural science Ph.D. and fight for data-driven solutions for NJ families.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 23/02/2026

It’s unacceptable that Tom Kean Jr. is silent while Trump puts an ICE detention center in our community. ICE under Trump is out of control—tearing families apart and making us less safe. In Congress, I’ll fight these centers and stand with local leaders.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 18/02/2026

I’m not a DC-packaged politician. I’m a scientist, former labor leader, and neighbor who knows what it’s like to struggle and to fight for workers. I’m running in NJ‑07 to bring facts, integrity, and real-life experience to Congress—not party-line politics.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 17/02/2026

I believe in a woman’s right to choose—and it needs to be protected in federal law. When I was younger without good insurance, Planned Parenthood was my lifeline for women’s health care. I’m fighting so the rights we have today are still there for the next generation.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 12/02/2026

I saw Trump’s chaos up close as a USDA scientist—offices dismantled, experts ignored, protections for our food, water & climate weakened. I refused to stay silent, resigned, and decided to run for Congress in NJ-07. If you’re ready to fight back & rebuild, join us.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 25/01/2026

The loss of VA nurse & AFGE member Alex Pretti is a painful reminder that federal workers are human beings, not political targets. I’m running for Congress to defend workers’ rights, protect veterans, and build a government rooted in decency, democracy, and respect.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 20/01/2026

Honored to earn the endorsement of U.S. Representative @rokhanna.bsky.social in our campaign to flip NJ-07. His leadership on economic fairness, tech, and climate is the kind of forward-looking agenda we need in Congress. Please RT and help us spread the word. secure.actblue.com/donate/orour...

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 19/01/2026

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—his love, nonviolence, and fight for justice and equity. Living his legacy in NJ-07 means defending voting rights, expanding opportunity, and making sure every family can thrive. On this MLK Day, let’s recommit to that work together.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 18/01/2026

I just joined the @ClimateOne podcast to talk about farmers on the front lines of climate change and why Congress needs science-based leadership. If you want a representative in NJ07 who takes the data seriously, please give it a listen and share with your network. secure.actblue.com/donate/orour...

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 13/01/2026

This is a true grassroots campaign—no corporate PACs, just people. If you want data-driven policy, affordable health care, and clean water, I need your help today. Chip in $5, $15, or whatever you can so we can hit our goal tonight. secure.actblue.com/donate/orour...

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 11/01/2026

Honored to be with the Mount Olive Democrats today, sharing our plan to turn NJ‑07 blue through strong organizing and real conversations in every corner of the district. This is how we build the momentum to win.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 01/01/2026

Happy New Year from NJ-07! 🎉 2026 can be a year of real change—for our families, our communities, and our democracy. I’m running for Congress to turn hope into lasting progress on the ground. Join us and let’s make it happen together.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 01/01/2026

Happy New Year’s Eve from NJ-07! 🎉 Six months ago I was a federal scientist at USDA; four months ago we launched this campaign for Congress. Now we’re building momentum every day to flip this district from red to blue and defend our democracy. Be safe tonight—see you in 2026.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 30/12/2025

In 2025 we built something powerful—and in 2026 we’re growing it day by day. I’m running for Congress in NJ-07 as a mom, scientist, former farmer & former union leader to fight for working families. If you’re with us, please share this and help spread the word.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 25/12/2025

Stepping away from family time to wish you happy holidays. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply enjoying a quiet day, I hope you find rest, joy, and time with the people you love. From my family to yours, wishing you peace and warmth today.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 24/12/2025

This morning I had pancakes with maple syrup my brother and I made from the sugar maples at my mom’s in Blairstown. That tradition is getting harder as warming temps disrupt the sap season. As a PhD scientist running in NJ-07, I’ll treat climate change with data, not denial.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 21/12/2025

My youngest daughter graduated from college yesterday—a proud mom moment that also reminded me how crushing it was to have three kids in school at once. I’m running for Congress in NJ-07 because no child’s potential should depend on their family’s wealth or zip code.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 18/12/2025

The House just voted to restore collective bargaining rights for federal employees. As a former federal scientist & AFGE shop steward and pro-labor candidate in NJ-07, I’m urging you: contact your senators and tell them to support Senate Bill 2837. Unions protect workers and our middle class.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 15/12/2025

Nearly 50,000 people in NJ-07—including my own family—are facing ACA premiums projected to jump from under $500 to about $1,600 a month for a bronze plan with a $12,000 deductible. In the richest economy on earth, that’s unacceptable, and in Congress I’ll fight for truly affordable health care.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 12/12/2025

My friend from Blairstown captured some beautiful pictures of me line dancing. He’s a union guy like me and an electrician with IBEW 102. He's got a house, put his kids through college, and has enough time and money for hobbies he loves like photography. Unions make America Great.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 09/12/2025

Honored to be endorsed by the Alliance for American Leadership in my run for NJ-07. I’ll go to Congress ready to rebuild U.S. development leadership and protect America’s long-term security.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 06/12/2025

Honored to have the backing of the NJ Council of Machinists and two AFGE locals—the union that helped launch my public service career. I’m running in NJ-07 as a proud labor candidate, ready to stand with workers and flip this district blue in 2026.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 04/12/2025

When we confuse fiction with fact, people get hurt—and a broken scientific pipeline can take years to repair. In NJ-07, flipping this seat means defending democracy and the Constitution and building a country where no one goes hungry in the richest nation on Earth.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 04/12/2025

In TN-7 yesterday, Aftyn Behn took a district Trump won by 22 points and narrowed the gap to under 9. That’s real movement in hard terrain. Even without flipping the seat, her fight to change hearts and minds inspired me—and I hope to see her back on the campaign trail soon.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 01/12/2025

Just finished phonebanking with 150+ volunteers for @AftynBehn in TN-7—we made about 7,000 GOTV calls after a kickoff from Nancy Pelosi. This race is close, and every call counts. Join us in helping Aftyn across the finish line on Tuesday.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 03/09/2025

The Constitution defines the Separation of Powers as central to our Democracy. The President wants all the power over the purse and the military.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 11/08/2025

I may be from Jersey, but the term “bless your heart” came to mind when I saw this from the NRCC. Looks like I scare them not only because I “believe” in climate change, but because I’m a climate change scientist and know all about it. I’m not someone Donald Trump wants in Congress.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 08/08/2025

Wow - $175K within 24 hours of announcing our campaign in #NJ07! I'm honored to have so much support out of the gate as we build a campaign that fights for families and workers. newjerseyglobe.com/congress/meg...

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Megan O'Rourke raises over $175,000 in first day as NJ-7 candidate - New Jersey Globe

Megan O’Rourke, who resigned her position as lead climate scientist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture after President Donald Trump attacked her work,

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 07/08/2025

Just yesterday, Tom Kean Jr. doubled down on his vote to slash Medicaid, food assistance programs and raise health care costs for thousands of NJ families. My family worked hard but still relied on these programs to make ends meet. That's why I'm running for Congress.

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Megan O'Rourke @meganorourke.com · 07/08/2025

My name is Megan O’Rourke, and I was born and raised in Jersey. I've dedicated my life to putting nutritious, affordable food on the table and combatting climate change. I won't stand by while Trump undermines NJ families on a daily basis. Today, I launched my campaign to flip NJ-07. Join us!

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