Episode 55: Ray Lesniak
from The Backgrounder
Few people exemplify the political “Happy Warrior” as well as N.J. State Senator Raymond Lesniak. Since he was first elected to the State Legislature in 1978, Lesniak has taken on numerous progress causes – including fighting New Jersey’s settlement with Exxon-Mobil (announced one year ago). He has also taken on just as many political battles, and he has apparently loved every minute of it. Now that he has decided not to run for re-election to the State Senate, he has been considering a run to become New Jersey’s next governor. Before Senator Lesniak began his ascent to becoming one of the state’s most powerful Democrats, he was an accordion player for “Jolly Rich and the Polka Stars,” whose album “Polkas With A Kick” was nominated for a Grammy Award. In this episode, Sen. Lesniak talks about his musical past, his service in the military, why he may be returning to the Catholic church, and the many battles he has taken on as New Jersey’s happiest warrior. CLICK HERE to listen to Episode 55 featuring N.J. State Sen. Raymond Lesniak. This episode is sponsored by The Pollack Financial Group.
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