Sussex County commissioner attends bipartisan discussion on election integrity, constitutional principles
NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Sussex County Commissioner David Silverthorne recently attended a bipartisan discussion focused on election integrity, respect for certified election results and the constitutional principles governing elections in the United States.
The event, titled Maintaining Election Principles: A Conversation with Dr. Peter Woolley and Benjamin Ginsberg, was presented by the New Jersey Globe and brought together political and legal experts to examine the importance of established election procedures and maintaining public confidence in democratic institutions.
The discussion featured Peter J. Woolley, a political scientist, polling expert and professor of government at Fairleigh Dickinson University, and Benjamin Ginsberg, a nationally recognized political law attorney and former presidential legal counsel.
According to information released about the event, the speakers examined the role of constitutional principles and established legal procedures in administering elections, along with the importance of respecting certified election results and maintaining confidence in the institutions responsible for overseeing the electoral process.
The conversation also addressed the value of public participation in elections and the importance of dialogue across political perspectives in strengthening public trust in government institutions.
Silverthorne attended the discussion as an opportunity to engage with fellow public officials and professionals on issues involving election administration, constitutional responsibilities and democratic governance.
“Respecting the electoral process and upholding our Constitution are essential to maintaining public confidence in our democratic institutions,” said Commissioner Silverthorne. “Regardless of political affiliation, we all have a responsibility to respect certified election results, follow the constitutional process, and ensure that our institutions remain strong for future generations.”
The event emphasized the importance of following established legal and constitutional processes, regardless of political affiliation, and highlighted the role those principles play in maintaining confidence in state and national elections.
Organizers also underscored the significance of continued bipartisan discussions about election procedures, public participation and the responsibilities of institutions involved in administering elections.
