SEEC Fines Obsitnik, Perillo Over Alleged Campaign & Contribution Violations
Campaigns and independent expenditure groups can each work to elect the same candidate, but they cannot coordinate efforts in any way. The State Elections Enforcement Commission voted to accept the fine and consent order Wednesday. Neither partner admitted guilt in agreeing to the settlement. “The claims lack merit. It would take years and millions of dollars, especially for taxpayers,” Obsitnik said. “It just doesn’t make sense to fight. It is just time to move on.” “I didn’t observe a single instance of coordination while I was volunteering with the committee,” Perillo said ...