Refusing to debate in NY-21
A few weeks ago I wrote about Matt Castelli, a candidate for the NY-21 seat in the House of Representatives currently held by Elise Stefanik. Today I get an email from Matt Castelli’s campaign that he has agreed to a series of debates but Elise Stefanik refuses to debate him. It seems to be true according to the Watertown Daily Times.
I think a debate is the best way for voters to learn about the candidates. Each can get some information out without a debate via ads, appearances, website, etc. But in those formats the opponent doesn’t get a chance to ask about details or present an alternative view.
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