Candidates for governor spar Monday

NICHOLS

The Democratic candidates for Tennessee Governor are not afraid to debate. In fact, they’ll be in McMinnville Monday night.

Democratic front-runners Phil Bredesen, Charles Smith and Randy Nichols will be at Warren County Administrative Offices for an hour-and-a-half debate.

Peg Stewart will be given the first chance to speak at 6:30 p.m. One of the five candidates for Circuit Court Judge for the 31st Judicial District, Stewart was unable to talk last week with the four other judicial candidates.

After Stewart’s 10-minute presentation, the Democratic gubernatorial candidates will begin debating at around 6:45 p.m. Program coordinator Bill Zechman said Warren County is indeed fortunate to have the three primary Democrats agreeing to debate.

“Tennessee’s future is too important not to be discussed in advance,” said Zechman. “We welcome the different viewpoints and proposals these candidates offer. We want to encourage an active, vigorous debate among all those who would be our leaders.”

The candidates will be asked questions by a three-member panel consisting of Duane Sherrill, Thomas Vaughn and James Clark. Members of the audience will also be invited to ask questions. The Southern Standard is sponsoring the event which will be broadcast live on WCPI 91.3 FM and WAKI 1230 AM.

The debate
When: Monday, July 8, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Warren County Administrative Offices
Who will be there? Democratic candidates for Governor of Tennessee