How education and upbringing influenced the life of Bill Spadea. A timeline of key moments.
Bill Spadea is an American businessman, former radio and television host, and political figure from New Jersey. He gained prominence as the Republican nominee for U.S. Congress in New Jersey's 12th district in 2004. Earlier in his career, Spadea served as the chairman of the College Republican National Committee from 1993 to 1995. More recently, he was the host of 'Chasing News,' solidifying his presence in media.
On March 25, 1969, William G. Spadea was born.
In 1991, Bill Spadea graduated from Boston University with a degree in history.
In 1993, Bill Spadea began a nationwide program to register students with the College Republican National Committee (CRNC).
In 1994, Bill Spadea assisted the youth efforts that helped elect a Republican Congress for the first time in over 40 years.
Through 1995, Bill Spadea continued the use of the standard form for recruitment of College Republicans during his term, helping the CRNC to get a grasp on its total membership.
In 1999, Bill Spadea received an honorable discharge from the United States Marine Corps.
In 2004, Bill Spadea was successful in raising more money than any other Republican challenger in New Jersey.
In 2006, Bill Spadea was considered a possible candidate for the United States Senate.
In 2012, Bill Spadea ran for the state legislature, running for the 16th District's Assembly seat that was vacant after the death of Assemblyman Peter J. Biondi, and lost.
In 2013, Bill Spadea ended his employment as a corporate vice president for education and career development in the real estate industry for Weichert, Realtors.
Beginning in December 2015, Bill Spadea has been the morning drive time host on New Jersey 101.5 (WKXW).
In June 2018, Bill Spadea advocated for a state constitutional amendment to revoke the Mount Laurel doctrine, arguing the imposition of unnecessary housing development increased tax burdens unfairly.
In 2020, Bill Spadea was criticized for his on-air advocacy against the need for COVID-19 vaccination and other routine vaccinations in New Jersey. Also, in 2020, Spadea commented on-air that people should stop wearing masks because, "they don't work and make you look stupid," which led to some listeners to file complaints with the FCC.
In 2021, Bill Spadea was criticized by political opponents for changing his position on Donald Trump.
In late 2022, Bill Spadea hinted that he would seek the 2025 GOP nomination for NJ Governor.
In June 2024, Bill Spadea announced that he is running for the 2025 GOP nomination for NJ Governor.
On June 17, 2024, Bill Spadea announced his candidacy for the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial election.
By 2024, Bill Spadea was supporting Trump again after previously changing his position.
On January 30, 2025, Bill Spadea gave up his radio show on NJ 101.5 to focus on his campaign for governor.
On February 4, 2025, Bill Spadea debated three other leading candidates in the Republican primary for the gubernatorial race.
In January of 2025, Bill Spadea left his hosting show to run for Governor of New Jersey.
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