Founding Members

Rob Kovic is a New Jersey attorney, writer, policy analyst, and conservative reform advocate focused on fiscal accountability, government transparency, and grassroots political organizing. He is the founder of the New Jersey Property Taxpayers Coalition, where he works to expose wasteful spending, challenge entrenched political interests, and coordinate sustained pressure on Trenton for real property-tax reform. Kovic is a frequent commentator on New Jersey politics and public policy and is known for building issue-driven coalitions that translate taxpayer frustration into organized action. He also serves as legal counsel for Liberty Counsel and the Alliance Defending Freedom.

Mario Kranjac is a New Jersey attorney, conservative policy advocate, and former mayor of Englewood Cliffs. He is known statewide for his outspoken positions on government accountability, constitutional principles, parental rights, and fiscal responsibility. As mayor, he earned a reputation for challenging entrenched political interests and pushing back against top-down mandates from Trenton. Kranjac is a frequent commentator on New Jersey politics and public policy and remains actively involved in grassroots reform efforts focused on restoring transparency, local control, and responsible governance.

Steve Lonegan is a longtime New Jersey conservative leader, taxpayer advocate, and former mayor of Bogota. He is the former Director of the New Jersey chapter of Americans for Prosperity and has spent decades at the forefront of New Jersey’s fights over taxes, government spending, and regulatory overreach. As a co-founder of the New Jersey Property Taxpayers Coalition, Lonegan brings deep experience in grassroots organizing, policy advocacy, and statewide reform campaigns, with a focus on forcing real property-tax relief and restoring fiscal discipline in Trenton.

Jersey Conservative is a dedicated advocate for movement conservatism in New Jersey, committed to upholding civil liberties, promoting limited government, and advancing economic freedom. Established to confront perceived internal issues within the New Jersey Republican State Committee, including anti-constitutional policies and ineffective bipartisan collaborations, Jersey Conservative serves as a vital resource for party "suicide prevention" by soliciting reports of problematic activities and welcoming contributions from varied perspectives. Core principles encompass the foundational elements of movement conservatism—constitutional governance, economic liberty, individual freedom, and traditional values—alongside investigative explorations of local concerns such as educational threats, event notifications, and initiatives for action.