New Jersey Politics (Episode 526)

August 27, 2026

Host Laura Jones examines two major developments in New Jersey elections. First, Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson joins the show to discuss the newly signed John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act, the first comprehensive statewide voting-rights law enacted after a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision. Then, former state legislator John Wisniewski addresses the Motor Vehicles Commission software error that improperly transmitted information on thousands of noncitizens into the statewide voter registration system.

About the Author

Gerald D'Ambra
Co-Founder

Gerald D’Ambra is co-founder of On New Jersey.

Throughout his career in TV, Gerald has led projects developing shows for Cox Broadcasting, Sinclair, Fox, and Discovery Scripps. He is a former marketing and communications executive with a global technology company and a former TV News Anchor, Reporter, and Executive Producer.

Gerald led communications and marketing projects for global brands and secured national and local media placement. He has been nominated for Emmy Awards and won multiple AP awards for journalism.