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What does "recuse" actually mean?
An official with a personal financial stake in a decision is supposed to step away — publicly state the conflict and not vote.
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Why it matters
Recusal keeps a private interest from quietly steering a public vote. The key word is "publicly" — it should be on the record.
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#Recusal
What does "recuse" actually mean?
An official with a personal financial stake in a decision is supposed to step away — publicly state the conflict and not vote.
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