Leading Figure In Internet Security Backs Tech-Savvy of Rising Democratic Challenger
Cape May, New Jersey – September 9 2024 – Joe Salerno’s most recent supporter may not be an established political figure, but is among the most influential figures of the era. Renowned scientist and mathematician Professor Martin Hellman has declared his public and official support for Salerno for US Representative in New Jersey’s 2nd District. Hellman’s pioneering work in cyber security is at the foundation of the modern financial system enabling e-commerce, including blockchain and cryptocurrency. “It is critical that our leaders understand the technology driving our modern economic infrastructure,” said Hellman. “There are too few people like Joe with the background to understand the risks and opportunities that are shaping our financial systems. I’m not a politician, but I am a concerned citizen who knows how important it is to have leaders like Joe working to guide our future.”
Among other honors, Hellman and his research partner Whitfield Diffie won the Turing Award in 2015. The Turing award is considered the most prestigious award in computer science. Hellman has also been active in issues of national security and international relations. “There are few people who have had as much impact on our modern world than Professor Hellman. I’m inspired and grateful for his confidence, encouragement and support,” said Salerno. “South Jersey’s future requires embracing the world his work helped create.”
Salerno is an engineer and attorney by education who successfully created multiple tech-based businesses from manufacturing to finance. His incumbent opponent is a retired dentist. An overview of Salerno’s campaign is at joesalernoforcongress.com
