Watch the Senate Seat 8 Candidates Debate

In partnership with WORD and Bob McLain, Mauldin Patch streamed the debate for the candidates vying for State Senate Seat presently held by David Thomas. 

Thomas was unable to attend, citing a previous commitment.

Candidates Chad Groover, Jim Lee, Joe Swann and Ross Turner shared their views on a wide rainge of issues for an hour, while Bob McClain moderated, along with State Rep. Garry Smith and yours truly.

The debate can be heard in audio form in its on WORD by going to their audio page.

The debate begins at the 1:30 mark of the accompanying video. In the event of technical difficulty you can view the video feed here.

Who do you think did the best in the debate? Tell us in the commnets section below.

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