LaCinda Elgan, Esmeralda County Clerk, is embroiled in controversy as critics push for her recall, citing disagreements over election procedures.
During a recent Esmeralda County Board of Commissioners meeting, Mary Jane Zakas, representing the Esmeralda County Republican Central Committee, presented a letter seeking Elgan’s recall. The move comes as the county faces budgetary discussions, potentially impacting the elections department.
The crux of the recall effort revolves around Elgan’s resistance to hand-count ballots, a practice advocated by some following doubts regarding election outcomes. Elgan’s stance on hand counting and the broader skepticism surrounding election procedures exposes the charged political climate in Nevada.
Despite assertions by Elgan’s critics, her supporters argue that her resistance to hand counting reflects adherence to state guidelines and a commitment to transparency. However, concerns persist regarding the potential influence of external pressures on election administration.
Kerry Durmick, Nevada state director of the Democrat-aligned All Voting is Local, condemned what she perceives as retaliatory actions against Elgan, stressing the need to safeguard election administrators amid heightened scrutiny.
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