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RALEIGH, N.C. – The State Board of Elections wants more testimony before deciding whether North Carolina laws were broken by what some are calling a special Democratic Party campaign account for former Gov. Mike Easley.

More witnesses were to be called Tuesday as part of the board’s public hearing investigating Easley’s campaign committee and the state Democratic Party.

Key Easley fundraisers testified Monday the Easley campaign told them to give to the party as a way to help Easley win election. Individuals are limited in giving $4,000 to candidates but can give unlimited amounts to the party. Board chairman Larry Leake told reporters he believes a “special account” at the party existed but doesn’t know if it was dedicated solely to Easley campaign activities – which would be unlawful.