Repug candidates for governor and US Senate in Michigan afraid to debate

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As of now, it looks like Michigan may have no statewide televised debates in either the races for governor or U.S. Senator.

This is pretty universally seen as a bad thing – except by the candidates who don’t want to debate.

As of now, Gov. Rick Snyder has refused to commit to any debates with Democratic candidate Mark Schauer. That’s politically understandable, even though the race is close.

Incumbents generally never like debating challengers, because it elevates their opponent to their level. Usually, they only do so because of political pressure, or if they are themselves behind. .................(more)

The complete piece is at: http://michiganradio.org/post/lack-debate-isn-t-fair-democracy-or-voters-michigan

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