**The only in-person mayoral debate held this election cycle was on Thursday, hosted by Saratoga Today Publishing and moderated by Chad Beatty and Thomas Dimopoulos.
3 out of 4 mayoral candidates participated, Robin Dalton (independent/Saratoga Stronger Together), Ron Kim (D) and Heidi West (R)**
Up next, the moderator challenges me on my political affiliation & what my candidacy stands for >>
The debate above was the only opportunity candidates had to engage or challenge their opponents this campaign season - instead we've had a lot of carefully worded speeches and questionnaires published, which really doesn't allow the public the opportunity to if the candidates are actually qualified, knowledge and prepared to handle the position they are running for.
That's why I URGE everyone to watch the entire debate if you can and get to know the candidates before you vote - regardless of who you support, an informed vote is always the best vote!
**The only in-person mayoral debate held this election cycle was on Thursday, hosted by Saratoga Today Publishing and moderated by Chad Beatty and Thomas Dimopoulos.
3 out of 4 mayoral candidates participated, Robin Dalton (independent/Saratoga Stronger Together), Ron Kim (D) and Heidi West (R)**
Below you'll find the first question from Thursday's debate which on its face, seemed like a layup… but as you can see below, took a turn as soon as the candidates started answering.
The debate above was the only opportunity candidates had to engage or challenge their opponents this campaign season - instead we've had a lot of carefully worded speeches and questionnaires published, which really doesn't allow the public the opportunity to if the candidates are actually qualified, knowledge and prepared to handle the position they are running for.
That's why I URGE everyone to watch the entire debate if you can and get to know the candidates before you vote - regardless of who you support, an informed vote is always the best vote!
This campaign season has been unique in that the national political rhetoric has become so loud and the threats to our democracy so real, that even on this hyper local level, asking a candidate about their thoughts on national politics is not only expected, but should be asked of those seeking office.
To that end, I was thrilled to be chosen as Unite NY’s policy coordinator this year and the experience of this local campaign has reaffirmed my commitment to their mission, now more than ever. Unite NY believes like I do, that if we are to ever expect to fix an utterly broken system, we need to seek common sense solutions, work across party lines, and support leaders that look to solve problems rather than settle scores. It's a philosophy and approach that I live every single day and will bring to the Mayor's department and leadership of the city.
Unite NY was established in 2021 as a new home for New Yorkers of all political persuasions — Republicans, Democrats, and independents — who have grown tired of the constant fighting and animosity of politics and instead seek a path of level-headed reform and growth. Whether talking about job creation, open government, or political reform, neither Party should own credit or blame, but rather Unite NY will seek to bring all New Yorkers together to build a better tomorrow.
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