Next Tuesday, look for a big turn-out of voters and close elections everywhere. Control of the House and Senate is also expected to be a close call either way. In New Jersey, Bob Franks has been out-muscled by Jon Corzine in campaign spending but seems to have an outside chance. There are several House races that have people around the country watching. The companies expect to close the merger in the second quarter of 2001.
Policyholders are unaffected by the merger.
N.J. The Resolutions Committee, chaired by First Vice-President Charlie Kuperus, met last Thursday evening in the Farmhouse. It was a productive meeting that will serve the delegates with timely, forward-looking policy resolutions at the convention. Look at a State Police booth on farm vandalism. Programs are available by calling the Farmhouse. All members are welcome to attend.