Begich to Participate in 13 Debates and Forums in General Election
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 08/12/2023
ANCHORAGE — As an increasingly contentious GOP primary enters its final week, Mark Begich remains focused on his commitment to be transparent and accountable to all Alaskans, announcing his commitment to 13 debates and forums prior to the general election.
“Alaskans expect to have a conversation with all candidates running for office and Mark Begich will continue to make himself and his campaign accessible to all Alaskans. Mark looks forward to an informed discussion on Alaska’s issues including resource development, maintaining Alaska’s world class fisheries, empowering rural Alaska, and protecting our privacy,” said Susanne Fleek-Green, Campaign Manager for Alaskans for Begich.
Alaska has a long and independent history that has given voice to candidates from all political affiliations and leanings. Continuing that tradition, Begich has asked that each host invite every candidate participating in this year’s Senate election who has earned ballot privileges (including the Libertarian Party and the Alaska Independence Party).
Since his days as Mayor of Anchorage, Begich has welcomed any and all candidates to publicly debate critical issues regardless of party affiliation or poll numbers.
As a sitting U.S. Senator, Senator Begich’s schedule remains subject to change according the U.S. Senate’s pending legislative calendar. Alaskans for Begich has been in touch with the following organizations. Begich looks forward to participating in their events to have an open and honest conversation about the issues facing Alaska.
Begich Forum and Debate Schedule
Wednesday, August 27, United for Liberty Debate
(Anchorage)
Tuesday, September 2, Alaska Native Brotherhood Debate
(Juneau)
Sunday, September 28, Shiloh Baptist Church Forum
(Anchorage)
Wednesday, October 1, Kodiak Chamber of Commerce
(Kodiak)
Monday, October 13, AARP Candidate Forum
(Anchorage)
Tuesday, October 21, Soldotna Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum
(Anchorage)
Thursday, October 23, Resource Development Council Candidate Forum
(Anchorage)
Friday, October 24, Alaska Federation of Native Candidate Forum
(Anchorage)
Sunday, October 26, KTVA Ch. 11 and Alaska Dispatch Debate
(Anchorage)
Monday, October 27, Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum
(Anchorage)
Tuesday, October 28, Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce Forum
(Fairbanks)
Wednesday, October 29, KTUU Channel 2 Debate
(Anchorage)
Thursday, October 30, Debate for the State - Alaska Public Media
(Anchorage)
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