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That’s All Folks!
10:47 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Becks Lawson closes the debate down and thanks all supporters. Shout News will present the statements of candidates who didn’t make it later on our platform. Thank you all for watching! Toodles!
On Wednesday We Wear Pink
10:40 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Larry Tate approached the candidates and asked whether or not they would be interested in supporting the fashion industry. Candidates shared a laugh and explained they’d support it, with some candidates offering more elaborate ways to fund it or suggesting the question was a little vague.
The Chief Justice is Present
10:34 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Chief Justice Kylian Clarkson re-asked Sunny’s question on what makes the candidates stand out besides those in the past and those currently. When candidates didn’t respond, Clarkson mentioned that silence speaks volumes. Clarkson then pushed for specifics on availability with legislators. They responded as they had similarly with Sunny.
Do you know?
10:30 PM EST
Maxine Finch
A member of the public, Reggie, asked if the candidates actually know who’s running DHS. Emilie mentioned that Miles Matthew is the Director of DHS but isn’t sure if that’s changed. Candidates also mentioned Kate Beers. Astra said they’d branch the gap between the business and DHS couldn’t easily be solved by legislation due to a lack of staff.
Norman Aoki and The “Job Crisis” of San Andreas
10:24 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Norman asked why the candidates felt that there was a lack of job opportunities in the state when there isn’t evidence to suggest that. Astra responded with how DHS could assist. Norman pointed out that DHS already had a list with available jobs, and Astra said he was right. He then turned to Adam Wrangler and asked why he thought he had a chance this time around. Norman then complimented Jack Burton for his charisma.
Broadcast Questions
10:14 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Several write-ins were brought up from the broadcast and candidates responded in kind. They also mentioned that they were easily accessible to anyone who needed to reach out them.
What’s your specific plans?
10:10 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Winifred Baker asked candidates what their specific plans were for rehabilitation with criminals. Several candidates said that it’s complicated, but informing the public and addressing it was valuable. Candidates went on about the problems of people trying to change their lives but didn’t offer any specifics other than grants and encouragement.
What makes you different?
10:04 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Magistrate Sunny Dae-Cavanagh asks candidates what sets them apart from other candidates and representatives in the past. Rehabilitation was brought up again with Kendrick. Astra said she may be inexperienced, but she’s present and speaking with the public, which is better than most of the last term. Jack Burton says it’d be better to wait and see.
Yuri Devlin and Relationships
09:58 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Yuri Devlin asked how representatives knew what was best when they hadn’t spoken to certain people or departments. Candidates responded in kind.
Governor Candidate Ella and Fireworks
09:53 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Governor candidate Ella-Bright Starr asked Kendrick how she’d be able to actually implement rehabilitation. She explained her stance, and Starr thanked her. Wrangler said starting fires might stave off boredom. Ella then asked how the candidates would address the low numbers of police officers. Burton said that it wasn’t the legislators’ place to fix, but that law enforcement needed to backfill and put people in certain positions. Adam said he liked the lack of cops.
Jacob Wheeler Steps Up
09:49 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Jacob Wheeler steps forward and asks how legislators think they may be able to fix the housing problem when that is often outside the control of the legislative branch. Wheeler, a senior realtor at Dynasty, offered them both numbers and facts about the housing market. When Burton responded, Wheeler said that he hadn’t properly answered the question and asked again how they would be able to fix the housing shortage in San Andreas. Wheeler said that all legislators should have reached out and spoken with Dynasty instead of making statements where they have no power to do anything about. Kendrick agreed but said informing people on the housing marking would still do wonders. Adam Wrangler said he didn’t know how to solve it and Wheeler said thank you to him.
Q&A Begins
09:45 PM EST
Maxine Finch
A small break is starting. Following the break, the public will be allowed to question the candidates.
Candidates and their Future Legislation
09:42 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Adam Wrangler says he’d like to legalize suppressors on firearms. Merlin mentioned that legislation allowing people to place anonymous complaints on officers would be nice. Emilie mentions that she’ll continue working on legislation for what the people need. Jack Burton is looking at H.R. 249 and possibly reworking it, amongst other things. Astra is looking at a Stop and Go Police for the stoplights and a Good Samaritan Law. Kendrick will work on legislation that is best for the public.
The Debate is On (Again)
09:42 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Candidates question whether or not Wrangler should be promoting creating legislation to legalize “standing their ground” against law enforcement. Others ask Merlin to elaborate on his former response.
The Experiences of the Reps
09:36 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Tommy Merlin mentions his experiences with the police. He explains that it isn’t the people’s responsibility to walk around their emotions and figure them out. He also recounts other people’s experiences, several of which spoke about how officers intentionally ignored or neglected to assist people within earshot. Wrangler says that sometimes officers are just on power trips and people should be allowed to stand their ground.
Ruh Roh
09:30 PM EST
Maxine Finch
An arrest is being made while the candidates speak about the relationship between the police and the public.
Ask Twitter
09:21 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Adam Wrangler states that the most urgent economic problem within San Andreas is housing. He says the best ideas for fixing this problem should come from the people, specifically using Twitter as a means of communication. Other candidates agree that housing is an issue. Emilie says economic disparity is the most pressing concern and she would like to increase IBU to address these problems. Burton compliments his fellow candidates and speaks on rehabilitation.
Cassie Kendrick and Fruit Throwing
09:17 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Cassie Kendrick is asked about the trust between the public and the police. She says it isn’t there. Adam Wrangler suggests bringing back wooden handcuffs and public humiliation via fruit throwing.
Astra Lillegard-Marino and Good Samaritans
09:13 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Astra spoke on assisting DOC and SAMS with various legislation, including re-introducing a good Samaritan law. No other candidates debated with her.
“Yes, Yes I Do.”
09:11 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Fellow candidates inquire whether or not Jack Burton knows how to be the voice for the people. He explains his experience in law and how it will benefit politics.
Jack Burton Makes a Promise
09:09 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Jack Burton gets the second question right after two minutes of debate between the candidates. He promises to be the people’s voice and to try his best for the people. He mentions transparency and defines it.
Emilie Goes First
09:06 PM EST
Maxine Finch
Michael White and Robert Muratori will not be present during this debate. Emilie Lillegard-Marino begins with the first question: how will she do better in her second term? She says she’ll act according to the people’s will.
The Debate is on!
TIME 09:00 PM EST
Maxine Finch
And the debate is on! Candidate Astra Lillegard-Marino starts it off with her platform. The other representatives follow with their own.
