Gregory Richard Tomaini Senate

About Gregory Richard Tomaini Senate

Colonel Tomaini is a Democratic Candidate for the United States Senate — to represent New Jersey. He serves as Professor Extraordinaire and Global Chair of Rohingya Rights, Sovereignty, Transparent Accountability, the Flourishing of Love, and Systematic Theology as of November 2025. In addition to being a Governor Commissioned Colonel by the Great State of Kentucky, Professor G.R. Tomaini is a distinguished philosopher, poet, artist, and logician; what’s more, Professor G.R. Tomaini is recognized for his philosophical contributions, including the first comprehensive philosophical system in the United States, which earned him praise as the “Dauphin of Deconstruction.” It is this unique synthesis of scientific innovation and profound humanistic insight that prompted his formal consideration for knighthood by the French Republic and a commendation from U.S. Congressman Jefferson Van Drew to serve as Deputy Assistant to the President for Cultural Strategy and Public Diplomacy in the White House.His major philosophical works include the Encyclopedia of American Idealism, which features a preface by Cornel West and an endorsement by Slavoj Žižek, and the Tractatus Perfectio-Philosophicus. Influenced by the thought of Reinhold Niebuhr, the Tractatus introduces a novel general theory of ethics and offers a roadmap for international relations in the 21st century. His thought was cultivated under the mentorship of a remarkable intellectual constellation, including Cornel West, Slavoj Žižek, Gayatri Spivak, Drucilla Cornell, Gary Dorrien, and the late Derek Parfit.Professor Tomaini translates this theoretical rigor into institutional leadership, such as his previous role as Senior Executive Vice President of Cultural Strategy and Digital Exhibitions at Anxiety Press.His commitment to ethical action is demonstrated through his work as International Liaison Officer and Fundraising Coordinator for the Arakan Rohingya Society for Peace and Human Rights. In this capacity, he advocates for nearly one million displaced Rohingya in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, forging strategic partnerships with governments, NGOs, and multilateral agencies to advance education, public health, and anti-trafficking infrastructure.A prolific artist, Tomaini has also created over 200 paintings and drawings featured in solo and group exhibitions. His collective works are sold in over 25 countries and available through retailers like Harvard Book Store, Walmart, and Target.

Experience

1. Mathematics Teacher

   ESS

   Sep 2024 — Present · Vineland, NJ, US

   Colonel Gregory R. Tomaini has served as an educator and tutorial fellow across Vineland, Millville, Asbury Park, and Bridgeton Public Schools, bringing a steady, responsible, and deeply human approach to teaching. As a Governor‑Commissioned Kentucky Colonel, a Congressional‑commended cultural strategist, and a Professor Extraordinaire, he carries into every classroom a quiet sense of duty and composure. Students recognize his integrity, patience, and calm confidence, sensing someone genuinely committed to their growth and well‑being.In mathematics, he is known for making difficult concepts manageable and logical, building student confidence through clarity, structure, and steady encouragement. Whether teaching foundational numeracy or algebraic reasoning, he works with precision and ethical seriousness, breaking complex ideas into clear, approachable steps. He maintains that every learner deserves the opportunity to understand, grow, and succeed.As a tutorial fellow, he has supported students in writing, English language arts, and interdisciplinary humanities, offering mentorship that is both intellectually rigorous and emotionally grounded. His academic background—shaped by mentorship under Cornel West, Slavoj Žižek, Gayatri Spivak, Drucilla Cornell, Gary Dorrien, and Derek Parfit—allows him to connect complex ideas to everyday learning without overwhelming students. He draws on this lineage humbly, helping students think critically, communicate clearly, and recognize their own strengths.Across all districts, Colonel Tomaini’s work reflects a deep commitment to service, integrity, and community uplift. His interdisciplinary life as a philosopher, humanitarian advocate, artist, and public servant demonstrates that education is not merely academic, but a pathway to dignity, self‑respect, and purpose.

Education

• Columbia University

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Columbia University Undergrad Finace

• Union Theological Seminary

  Masters of Systematic Philosophical Theology, Ethics

  2020 — 2023

• Columbia University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Foreign Language

• South College

  Doctor of Arts, Ministry

• Rutgers University–New Brunswick

  Bachelors, Philosophy and Political Science