County Auditor Mark Splonskowski is at the center of a political fight in Burleigh County, where commissioners are debating whether his position should remain elected or become appointed. It’s a conversation fueled by both his personal controversies and a larger question: Should voters decide on positions like county auditor, or is that better left to appointments? Splonskowski’s actions—including a lawsuit over mail-in ballots and accusations of mismanagement—have raised concerns about competency in down-ballot elections. But the real question is, are voters truly engaged in these races, or is it time for a change?
Rob Port unpacks the issue fully in this column on Inforum.com.
