Carifi-Kandil-McGrath Accuse Opposing Ticket of ELEC Violations, According to Insider NJ
The upcoming elections in New Jersey have been marred by accusations of electoral violations. According to a report by Insider NJ, the Carifi-Kandil-McGrath ticket has accused their opponents of violating the rules set forth by the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC).
The Carifi-Kandil-McGrath ticket is running for the three open seats on the Bergen County Board of Chosen Freeholders. Their opponents, the Bergen County Democratic Organization (BCDO) ticket, is also running for the same seats.
The allegations made by the Carifi-Kandil-McGrath ticket are serious and could potentially impact the outcome of the election. The ticket has accused the BCDO of failing to file timely campaign finance reports with ELEC, which is a violation of state law.
According to ELEC, all candidates and political committees are required to file regular campaign finance reports that disclose their contributions and expenditures. These reports are due at various intervals throughout the election cycle and failure to file them can result in fines and penalties.
The Carifi-Kandil-McGrath ticket alleges that the BCDO failed to file their 11-day pre-election report, which was due on October 23rd. This report is particularly important as it provides voters with information about who is funding a candidate’s campaign in the final days leading up to the election.
The BCDO has denied these allegations and claims that they have filed all necessary reports with ELEC. They have also accused the Carifi-Kandil-McGrath ticket of playing dirty politics and trying to distract voters from the real issues at hand.
The accusations made by the Carifi-Kandil-McGrath ticket highlight the importance of transparency in elections. Campaign finance reports provide voters with valuable information about who is funding a candidate’s campaign and can help to prevent corruption and undue influence.
It is important for all candidates and political committees to follow the rules set forth by ELEC and to file their campaign finance reports in a timely and accurate manner. Failure to do so can undermine the integrity of the election process and erode public trust in our democracy.
As the election approaches, it is up to voters to educate themselves about the candidates and their positions on the issues. By staying informed and engaged, we can ensure that our elected officials are held accountable and that our democracy remains strong.