SPARTA, NJ – A lawsuit has been initiated by Sussex County attorney Robert D. Kovic on behalf of New Jersey Republicans, aiming to abolish a ballot system deemed “separate but equal” and unconstitutional by federal courts.
The lawsuit contends that the current ballot system, created by federal courts, infringes on the constitutional rights of Republicans by treating them as second-class citizens compared to Democrats. Robert D. Kovic criticized the system for perpetuating a form of discrimination reminiscent of historical injustices in America. He asserts that Republicans deserve equal constitutional protections.
Kovic’s argument highlights a recent federal district court decision that found the ballot design for Primary elections violates constitutional rights but only addressed the issue for Democrats, excluding Republicans and Independents. Kovic warns that without judicial action, Republican and unaffiliated voters will face a choice between a constitutional Democrat primary and an unconstitutional Republican primary, which he deems unacceptable and unjust.
The lawsuit represents America First Republican congressional candidates Shirley Maia-Cusick, Gregg Mele, Hector Castillo, and U.S. Senate candidate Albert Harshaw. Kovic, who is also running for Commissioner in Sussex County with Harvey Roseff, emphasizes the plaintiff’s call for court intervention to ensure equal protection under the law for all New Jersey residents.