In an eye-opening revelation, DeKalb County officials have been discovered to have circumvented Georgia state law to acquire funds from a left-wing dark money group that supports their election operations. A detailed investigation by The Federalist revealed the officials’ attempts to sidestep existing legal boundaries, raising questions about the integrity of the election process.
The dark money group is known as the Center for Technology and Civic Life (CTCL), an organization notorious for funding elections in predominantly Democratic areas. The CTCL gained traction in the 2020 elections when it handed out grants worth millions of dollars to various jurisdictions nationwide, with the majority going to Democratic-leaning areas. DeKalb County’s receipt of funds from CTCL certainly raises eyebrows about the legitimacy of its elections. It highlights the importance of stringent laws to regulate political funding.
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‘Exclusive: DeKalb County Officials Skirted Georgia Law To Acquire Funds From Left-Wing Dark Money Elections Group’https://t.co/PmdFc3feYm— Shawn Fleetwood (@ShawnFleetwood) April 6, 2023
Georgia state law requires counties to notify the State Election Board before accepting funds to assist in election administration. However, the investigation has found that DeKalb County officials maneuvered the legal requirement by setting up an “independent” group called the DeKalb Board of Voter Registration and Elections (DBVRE). This group then acquired funds from CTCL without notifying the State Election Board.
The DBVRE’s membership primarily consists of government employees, and its website is hosted on a county government domain. These connections demonstrate that the so-called “independent” group is deeply entwined with DeKalb County’s official apparatus.
The broader implications for election integrity amplify concerns surrounding the DeKalb County situation. DeKalb County officials have not only circumvented Georgia law but also, in doing so, have potentially compromised the trust that citizens place in the electoral process. Such actions can further erode faith in democratic institutions and fuel a growing sense of political divisiveness.
This incident serves as a reminder of the critical role of transparent and accountable election financing in maintaining a healthy democracy. The fact that DeKalb County officials went to great lengths to acquire funds from a dark money group casts a shadow over the integrity of elections in the county. Moreover, it underscores the need for state and federal governments to bolster election laws and take steps to prevent similar occurrences.
As reported by Fox News, the Georgia State Election Board is now investigating the matter. This development has prompted calls from conservative voices for a thorough and impartial inquiry into the DeKalb County case. This investigation will shed light on the entire situation and help restore the public’s trust in the election process.
The DeKalb County officials’ maneuvering of Georgia law to secure funds from a left-wing dark money group is a troubling development that underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in election financing. As the Georgia State Election Board investigates the matter, citizens must remain vigilant and demand that their representatives uphold the principles of democracy, ensuring a fair and transparent election process for all.
