New Jersey political dynasty members to be well represented on November ballot

A pair of House candidates in New Jersey will bring serious name recognition when voters decide their political fates in November. 

Democratic House candidate Bob Menendez Jr., is virtually assured of winning his race. But in a nearby district, Republican Tom Kean Jr. is in for a tough fight as he tries to defeat an incumbent lawmaker.

In both cases, their famous fathers are political heavyweights that helped pave the way for the namesakes.

Menendez Jr., is the son of Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez. The junior Menendez has never held public office before,...