Comments on: Debate Request

By: Pete Ashdown’s Campaign Journal » “Never refused a debate”

Thu, 10 Aug 2006 20:55:57 +0000

[...] Lara Jones, the interviewer, asked Senator Hatch if he was going to debate his opponent. I was looking forward to his answer because in spite of requesting a debate via registered letter, I’ve heard nothing in response. The closest thing to an answer is Hatch campaign manager Dave Hanson fumbling the ball in response to Ethan Millard at SLCSpin. Even though Senator Hatch has most of August off, campaign season apparently hasn’t started yet. [...]

By: Info Warrior

Info Warrior — Fri, 04 Aug 2006 00:22:00 +0000

A new Senator for a new century? I hope this isn’t the New American Century(PNAC) that planned Septemeber 11, the war in Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran, Syria, and Lebabon. I`d sure as hell change my slogan. Those of us who want change, know about the PNAC documents, and the whole clan that was involved in it. Especially the part calling for a New Pearl Harbor event to get us behind these wars and this huge military buildup. READ THE DOCUMENT Rebuilding Americas Defenses(http://newamericancentury.org/RebuildingAmericasDefenses.pdf ) , Don’t listen to me.
I read your Bio and like your platform, but I almost dismissed you without a thought because of that New Century slogan, as I have a pre-9-11 mindset.

By: DL

DL — Thu, 03 Aug 2006 14:15:14 +0000

I am a totally conservative Republican, and don’t see myself voting for Pete Ashdown . . . yet. If our incumbent Senators are the “proven champions” that they should be, then they should willingly accept an invitation to debate!! This sort of bird-dogging and blatant political strategy (the avoidance of the debate, NOT the invitation) is exactly what turns apathetic voters into cynical voters. I for one think that incumbents already have such an advantage by virtue of their incumbency, to prove their greatness they should debate!! Holding the high office of a United States Senator is an honor that should be fought for!! And who doesn’t love to see a good political fight, anyway . . . Gentleman (Used loosely here. They are, after all, politicians.), put on your gloves, to your corners, and let’s get this fight started!!!

By: Jo-Pete

Jo-Pete — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 08:06:51 +0000

Is that plan fair to the one candidate that doesn’t actually live in Utah? Why should Hatch have to spend his entire vacation running around the state of Utah in an endless string of debates?

I really hope they respond to the challenge. I can’t wait to see it.

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 01:43:32 +0000

This is awesome! I’m not from Utah, but am following the upcoming races, and hope Mr. Hatch takes you up on this. What a brilliant idea to utilize the fairs too. Great idea and best of luck to you and your candidacy

By: Misty Fowler

Misty Fowler — Fri, 28 Jul 2006 18:38:21 +0000

I’m really glad to see you requesting this! It can only be a good thing for the people, and for your campaign. Please keep us all up-to-date with dates and times. I really look forward to the chance to see such a debate!

By: Steve

Steve — Fri, 28 Jul 2006 18:38:13 +0000

It never looks good when a serious politician or candidates declines an invitation to debate.

Way to go, Pete!