Mayor Ted Gamble of Bloomfield, New Jersey, is joining the chorus of voices advocating for the end of the “County Line” ballot system, which has long been criticized for its undemocratic nature. The system, prevalent in New Jersey, gives favored candidates prominent positions on the ballot, while non-favored candidates are often placed in scattered positions, leading to confusion among voters and disenfranchisement. Mayor Gamble supports the call for adopting the “office block” ballot design, which is used in every other state and two counties in New Jersey. This design groups candidates under the heading of the offices they are running for, ensuring clarity for voters and eliminating undue advantages for certain candidates.