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Debate set in California
Washington Times ^ | Friday, August 15, 2003 | By James G. Lakely

Posted on 08/15/2003 4:17:24 AM PDT by JohnHuang2

Edited on 07/12/2004 4:06:53 PM PDT by Jim Robinson. [history]

The leading candidates fighting to replace California Gov. Gray Davis in a historic recall election will face off in a September debate characterized as a "conversational give-and-take."

The 90-minute round-table debate, sponsored by the California Broadcasters Association, will be held at California State University at Sacramento. Only candidates who receive at least 10 percent support in any of three major polls before Sept. 5 will be invited.


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TOPICS: Front Page News; News/Current Events; Politics/Elections; US: California
KEYWORDS: debate; jamesglakely
Friday, August 15, 2003

Quote of the Day by nhoward14

1 posted on 08/15/2003 4:17:24 AM PDT by JohnHuang2
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To: JohnHuang2
"Individuals who are barely a blip in the polls can issue any attacks they wish," said Mr. Walsh

I think the Huffy is running for gov. just to lose more money and pay less taxes. :) She's already out $3500

2 posted on 08/15/2003 4:44:43 AM PDT by Grit (Tolerance for all but the intolerant...and those who tolerate intolerance etc etc)
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To: JohnHuang2
"Mr. Davis won't be part of the September debate, but will be offered the chance to make a taped appeal to voters and provide his perspective on the recall."
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So this is the real reason for the debate. He can't be there because he lacks the percentage, and doesn't qualify as a candidate, but he is still going to be allowed to get his two cents in. Where is the equal time for the real candidates in this "debate" that won't be selected?
3 posted on 08/15/2003 4:57:41 AM PDT by Redwood71
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To: Redwood71
Gray Davis is NOT on the second question and can't participate in the debate.
4 posted on 08/15/2003 5:16:15 AM PDT by goldstategop (In Memory Of A Dearly Beloved Friend Who Lives On In My Heart Forever)
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