PA-07: Mackenzie, Wild Begin Debate Over Debates
Candidates for Lehigh Valley congressional seat agree to debate twice, dates in question
July 25, 2024
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Candidates for Lehigh Valley congressional seat agree to debate twice, dates in question
Sixth-term state rep faces two primary challengers for GOP nomination
We know debates require two to tango so it is not unusual to hear campaigns offering differing ideas about what it would take to get everyone on the stage.
In the 7th Congressional District in the Lehigh Valley, Democratic incumbent Rep. Susan Wild and Republican challenger Ryan Mackenzie can agree on one thing – they are willing to debate. Now comes the next step.
Mackenzie, a state representative from the 187th Legislative District, cast the first stone, stating that he had “agreed in principle” to participate in two debates with Wild on September 11 and 12. The first event would be hosted by WFMZ-TV 69’s “Business Matters” and the other by Blue Ridge Communication TV (BRCTV13). The two debates are scheduled to take place before Pennsylvania’s mail-in ballots are sent to voters.
“I am proud of my record of standing up for the people of Pennsylvania as a state representative, and look forward to discussing important issues facing Congress like reigning in Washington’s over-spending and inflation, addressing illegal immigration, growing our economy to create good-paying jobs, and putting forth sensible policies to restore America’s position in the world,” said Mackenzie. “It is my hope that Representative Wild will join in these debates so voters can see the clear differences between her extreme positions and failed policies of the last four years as compared to my proven record and positive plan for the future.”
Mackenzie also gave an explanation for his choice of broadcasters.
“These respected outlets can provide that without worry of partisan bias presented by outside special interest groups.”
Wild countered that as in previous campaigns for the position, she is willing to debate her opponent but not necessarily on the first terms offered.
“As I have done every cycle, I plan to give voters across Pennsylvania’s 7th District multiple opportunities to evaluate my vision and record of delivering for the Greater Lehigh Valley,” she said in a statement. “I am not available on the dates Ryan Mackenzie proposed for our debates, as I will be in Washington fulfilling my duties as a member of Congress. However, I agree in principle to at least these two debates, and I look forward to finding mutually agreeable dates.”
Wild met Lisa Scheller four times on the debate stage in 2020 and twice during the last cycle.
We know debates require two to tango so it is not unusual to hear campaigns offering differing ideas about what it would take to get everyone on the stage.
In the 7th Congressional District in the Lehigh Valley, Democratic incumbent Rep. Susan Wild and Republican challenger Ryan Mackenzie can agree on one thing – they are willing to debate. Now comes the next step.
Mackenzie, a state representative from the 187th Legislative District, cast the first stone, stating that he had “agreed in principle” to participate in two debates with Wild on September 11 and 12. The first event would be hosted by WFMZ-TV 69’s “Business Matters” and the other by Blue Ridge Communication TV (BRCTV13). The two debates are scheduled to take place before Pennsylvania’s mail-in ballots are sent to voters.
“I am proud of my record of standing up for the people of Pennsylvania as a state representative, and look forward to discussing important issues facing Congress like reigning in Washington’s over-spending and inflation, addressing illegal immigration, growing our economy to create good-paying jobs, and putting forth sensible policies to restore America’s position in the world,” said Mackenzie. “It is my hope that Representative Wild will join in these debates so voters can see the clear differences between her extreme positions and failed policies of the last four years as compared to my proven record and positive plan for the future.”
Mackenzie also gave an explanation for his choice of broadcasters.
“These respected outlets can provide that without worry of partisan bias presented by outside special interest groups.”
Wild countered that as in previous campaigns for the position, she is willing to debate her opponent but not necessarily on the first terms offered.
“As I have done every cycle, I plan to give voters across Pennsylvania’s 7th District multiple opportunities to evaluate my vision and record of delivering for the Greater Lehigh Valley,” she said in a statement. “I am not available on the dates Ryan Mackenzie proposed for our debates, as I will be in Washington fulfilling my duties as a member of Congress. However, I agree in principle to at least these two debates, and I look forward to finding mutually agreeable dates.”
Wild met Lisa Scheller four times on the debate stage in 2020 and twice during the last cycle.
We know debates require two to tango so it is not unusual to hear campaigns offering differing ideas about what it would take to get everyone on the stage.
In the 7th Congressional District in the Lehigh Valley, Democratic incumbent Rep. Susan Wild and Republican challenger Ryan Mackenzie can agree on one thing – they are willing to debate. Now comes the next step.
Mackenzie, a state representative from the 187th Legislative District, cast the first stone, stating that he had “agreed in principle” to participate in two debates with Wild on September 11 and 12. The first event would be hosted by WFMZ-TV 69’s “Business Matters” and the other by Blue Ridge Communication TV (BRCTV13). The two debates are scheduled to take place before Pennsylvania’s mail-in ballots are sent to voters.
“I am proud of my record of standing up for the people of Pennsylvania as a state representative, and look forward to discussing important issues facing Congress like reigning in Washington’s over-spending and inflation, addressing illegal immigration, growing our economy to create good-paying jobs, and putting forth sensible policies to restore America’s position in the world,” said Mackenzie. “It is my hope that Representative Wild will join in these debates so voters can see the clear differences between her extreme positions and failed policies of the last four years as compared to my proven record and positive plan for the future.”
Mackenzie also gave an explanation for his choice of broadcasters.
“These respected outlets can provide that without worry of partisan bias presented by outside special interest groups.”
Wild countered that as in previous campaigns for the position, she is willing to debate her opponent but not necessarily on the first terms offered.
“As I have done every cycle, I plan to give voters across Pennsylvania’s 7th District multiple opportunities to evaluate my vision and record of delivering for the Greater Lehigh Valley,” she said in a statement. “I am not available on the dates Ryan Mackenzie proposed for our debates, as I will be in Washington fulfilling my duties as a member of Congress. However, I agree in principle to at least these two debates, and I look forward to finding mutually agreeable dates.”
Wild met Lisa Scheller four times on the debate stage in 2020 and twice during the last cycle.
We know debates require two to tango so it is not unusual to hear campaigns offering differing ideas about what it would take to get everyone on the stage.
In the 7th Congressional District in the Lehigh Valley, Democratic incumbent Rep. Susan Wild and Republican challenger Ryan Mackenzie can agree on one thing – they are willing to debate. Now comes the next step.
Mackenzie, a state representative from the 187th Legislative District, cast the first stone, stating that he had “agreed in principle” to participate in two debates with Wild on September 11 and 12. The first event would be hosted by WFMZ-TV 69’s “Business Matters” and the other by Blue Ridge Communication TV (BRCTV13). The two debates are scheduled to take place before Pennsylvania’s mail-in ballots are sent to voters.
“I am proud of my record of standing up for the people of Pennsylvania as a state representative, and look forward to discussing important issues facing Congress like reigning in Washington’s over-spending and inflation, addressing illegal immigration, growing our economy to create good-paying jobs, and putting forth sensible policies to restore America’s position in the world,” said Mackenzie. “It is my hope that Representative Wild will join in these debates so voters can see the clear differences between her extreme positions and failed policies of the last four years as compared to my proven record and positive plan for the future.”
Mackenzie also gave an explanation for his choice of broadcasters.
“These respected outlets can provide that without worry of partisan bias presented by outside special interest groups.”
Wild countered that as in previous campaigns for the position, she is willing to debate her opponent but not necessarily on the first terms offered.
“As I have done every cycle, I plan to give voters across Pennsylvania’s 7th District multiple opportunities to evaluate my vision and record of delivering for the Greater Lehigh Valley,” she said in a statement. “I am not available on the dates Ryan Mackenzie proposed for our debates, as I will be in Washington fulfilling my duties as a member of Congress. However, I agree in principle to at least these two debates, and I look forward to finding mutually agreeable dates.”
Wild met Lisa Scheller four times on the debate stage in 2020 and twice during the last cycle.
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