Politics & Government

[VIDEO] Langevin: All Candidates Should Take Part in Debates

In a video interview, incumbent U.S. Rep. James Langevin said he supports having all candidates — which this year includes Independent Abel Collins — participate in public debates.

 

U.S. Rep. James Langevin (D-RI) said he feels "all candidates should be affored the opportunity to debate," in response to a question about Independent Abel Collins's call for a place in the upcoming Dist. 2 Congressional debate.

Langevin spoke with Patch following the announcement of a key endorsement at the Johnston Senior Center on Oct. 5.

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JohnstonPatch also received a Letter to the Editor from North Kingstown resident Patrick Dolan, saying he supports allowing Collins to debate Langevin and Republican candidate Michael Riley.

 

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JohnstonPatch asks you: What do you think?

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