Government Accountability

New Jersey’s American Dream Mall Faces Lawsuit for Sunday Retail Violations—A Case of Lawlessness Over Local Liberty

By Economics Desk | August 28, 2025

The massive American Dream mall in New Jersey is under legal fire for openly defying Bergen County’s long-standing blue laws by selling clothing on Sundays, breaking promises and skewing the playing field for local businesses committed to upholding community standards.

In a bold challenge to Bergen County’s treasured blue laws, officials from Paramus have filed a lawsuit against the sprawling American Dream mall in East Rutherford, accusing it of illegally selling nonessential goods such as clothing on Sundays. This move isn’t just about retail sales—it strikes at the heart of community respect, fair competition, and the preservation of local customs that uphold order amid the relentless pace of modern commerce. Why Do Blue Laws Matter for Bergen County—and America? Blue laws might sound like relics from a bygone era rooted in religious tradition, but in Bergen County they remain a...

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