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Dearth of debates in some upstate House races might be a sign of the times — Robert Smullen | ChamberLight
News / Local News / Times Union 6 min read ▲ Good look for Oberacker
Oberacker accepted proposed debate dates and argued that voters should hear candidates defend their records and plans.
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No debates are scheduled in two closely watched upstate House races, while a debate is planned in a third. The article examines candidates’ responses to debate invitations and how the risk of viral clips may shape campaigns’ decisions.
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People in this story 10 PO Republican House candidate who accepted proposed debate dates and criticized Riley’s reluctance to participate.
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Democratic House candidate whose campaign did not confirm participation in the proposed debate and said it was evaluating proposals.
Republican Assemblyman who debated Constantino during the primary season.
Republican House candidate scheduled to debate Tonko.
President mentioned in the article’s account of the 2024 presidential debates and election.
Former president mentioned in the article’s example of debate risks during the 2024 presidential election.
Former vice president mentioned in the article’s account of the 2024 presidential debates.
Democratic incumbent scheduled to debate his challenger.
RS Republican Assemblyman who debated Constantino during the primary season.
SHOW 5 MORE SHOW FEWER RA Republican House candidate scheduled to debate Tonko.
President mentioned in the article’s account of the 2024 presidential debates and election.
Former president mentioned in the article’s example of debate risks during the 2024 presidential election.
Former vice president mentioned in the article’s account of the 2024 presidential debates.
Democratic incumbent scheduled to debate his challenger.
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