News 12 Networks, Newsday, and Hofstra University have partnered to present the first New York State Gubernatorial debate on Monday, October 18 at 7:00 p.m. On television, the cable-exclusive event will air live on News 12 Long Island, News 12 Westchester, News 12 The Bronx and News 12 Brooklyn. It will also be seen at different times on Time Warner Cable’s NY1 and YNN, providing coverage throughout the state.
The debate will be held in front of a live audience of invited guests, including community members, local leaders, and Hofstra students. All seven candidates in the race have been invited to attend, and as of today, six candidates confirmed:
– Andrew Cuomo (Democratic Party)
– Kristin Davis (Anti-Prohibition Party)
– Charles Barron (Freedom Party)
– Howie Hawkins (Green Party)
– Warren Redlich (Libertarian Party)
– Jimmy McMillan (Rent is too Damn High Party)
In addition to airing on cable, News 12 and Newsday, as part of their commitment to serve as leading resources of news and information in New York, are streaming the event live on www.news12.com and www.newsday.com, making the debate available to anyone with Internet access.
Hofstra University made national news with its hosting of the third and final Presidential debate in 2008. The New York Gubernatorial debate will be held at the same location, continuing Hofstra’s dedication to providing a forum for public debate and civic engagement through large-scale political events.
“This is a unique political face-off at a crucial time for New York voters,” said Pat Dolan, President of News 12 Networks. “News 12 Networks is pleased to be able to present this uncut, candid look at the candidates in conjunction with a great newspaper, Newsday. Thanks to our Time-Warner-owned partners, NY1 and YNN, the debate will reach a statewide cable audience. And the venue at Hofstra University is a perfect setting for a program of this importance.”
“This gubernatorial debate is an important part of Newsday’s continuing commitment to keeping Long Islanders informed about the issues that impact their lives,” said Fred Groser, Publisher of Newsday. “We want to help enable voters to make educated decisions, and this forum will provide a deeper view of the candidates and their positions.”
“We are pleased to partner with News 12 and Newsday on this historic event,” said Stuart Rabinowitz, President of Hofstra University. “This election is a critical one for New York State, and hosting a debate is an important public service. Our students will have the opportunity to again witness history first-hand, and the public will have an opportunity to learn about the candidates’ views and experience.”
The debate will be available for on-demand viewing on News 12 Interactive, channel 612 on Cablevision’s iO TV, and on-line at News12.com and Newsday.com.
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