If I were the governor of New Jersey, I would improve it in many ways. One of the main things I would do is attempt to pass a cottage food law, which allows bakers to sell baked goods made in his or her home kitchen. I mean, thin k about it, 48 states have passed cottage food laws, but in New Jersey, it is illegal. For example, a grandmother selling cookies at her church's craft fair could face legal troubles. This bill would allow home bakers to be compensated for doing something they enjoy for their friends and family. New Jersey needs to catch up with the rest of the country.

I would also try to improve the nation's and the world's impression of our amazing state. I n movies or TV shows, I always hear people say things like, "Oh, you're from New Jersey?" with a smirk or a sense of distaste behind their words. If I were governor, I would try to change that by bringing attention to all of the amazing things that our state has to offer. Beaches, boardwalks, amusement parks, museums, cities, horse farms, state parks.

The list truly goes on and on. And, since New Jersey is the fourth smallest state in the country, all of these incredible attractions are within short d rives of each other! My great uncle, a New Jersey real estate marketing executive, once wrote the phrase, "New Jersey: A great place to visit, an even better place to live." He was right about that and if I were governor, the entire country would know it!

As you can see, as great as this state is, there are still some things that I have to change about it. Now please excuse me while I beg in planning my campaign!