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Hudson Challenges Opponent To Series Of Debates; Eighth District Voters Deserve Honest And Open Discussion

I write to respectfully request your participation in several debates and town hall meetings over the next few months before the November election to be hosted throughout our district.

I know you have a busy schedule as Chairman of the DCCC; however, I hope that you will find the time to participate.  As an elected official, you are held to be totally accountable to the people, as if I am elected, I recognize this as well.  Regardless of the outcome of our race, it is important that we both strive to bring a positive message for people in our District. 

As the month of July now begins, the Van Hollen campaign has not responded to this request.

Hudson released the following statement, "I realize that it must be difficult for my opponent to find the time to debate given his busy schedule at the DCCC; however, I hope he will respond accordingly.  I am asking Mr. Van Hollen to have a real debate about the serious issues facing the citizens of our district and our country.  Let's have a discussion about healthcare, high gas prices, energy, the environment, the military and veterans affairs, and why Congress holds one of the lowest approval ratings in history."

The voters of Maryland's Eighth District are well educated and open to an intelligent discussion on the issues. Hudson concluded, "In this election year, with "change" as a central theme, I believe it is important to provide the voters with a thought-provoking dialogue on how their district has been represented over the past six years.  Once again I respectfully urge my opponent to accept this invitation to debate."

For more information on Dr. Hudson's campaign please visit us at http://www.stevehudson2008.com/.

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