New electoral scandal: Several Somali associations in Borlänge claim to be politically independent. At the same time, they openly campaign for Social Democratic politicians. S-topper Maslah Omar has connections to several of the associations. As chair of the culture and leisure committee, he has also participated in decisions regarding millions of municipal kronor to associations where he has been personally involved. The connections go straight into this year's election campaign. An association that previously received municipal grants while Omar was a decision-maker has published a campaign video featuring him and spread calls to vote the government out. This must be investigated promptly. When association grants, political networks, and election campaigns merge, there is an obvious risk of undue influence and corruption. If the rule of law does not act, trust in democracy will be eroded. (translated)
