Erin Stewart campaign faces criticism over tax office mismanagement and bribe offers
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Updated · Hartford Courant · Apr 30
Erin Stewart campaign faces criticism over tax office mismanagement and bribe offers
9 articles · Updated · Hartford Courant · Apr 30
In New Britain, allegations include backdated payments, waived penalties, nearly $250,000 left atop a safe and a referral for possible criminal charges.
Stewart also said in a televised interview that people offered bribes for tax breaks "all the time" but she did not report them, later suggesting the offers were not serious.
Critics say the issues reflect years of warnings about favoritism, mismanagement and a toxic workplace, adding pressure as Stewart seeks higher office and faces calls for greater accountability.
If a candidate dismisses bribe offers as 'unsophisticated pleas,' where should voters draw the line on ethical conduct?
When does a mayor’s mismanagement become a disqualifying issue for a governor?