General Discussion

Secretary of State Shirley Weber, however, says she had no authority to censor it.

Candidates are allowed to purchase space in the voter guide to make a statement, with a limit of 250 words, but state guidelines are somewhat vague on restrictions. The statements are not allowed to reference other candidates and are supposed to be limited to “a recitation of the candidate’s own personal background and qualifications.”

Above Grundmann’s statement is a disclaimer reading, “The views and opinions expressed by the candidates are their own and do not represent the views and opinions of the Secretary of State’s office.”