What do the gubernatorial candidates have to say about business and the economy in Washington state?
We'll find out on Thursday, Sept. 25 when Gov. Chris Gregoire and former Sen. Dino Rossi come face-to-face for a debate at the 19th Annual AWB Policy Summit at Semiahmoo. Both Gregoire and Rossi have confirmed their appearance at the event for a one-hour exchange of ideas before AWB members, the press and TVW. Seattle Times' Chief Political Reporter David Postman has agreed to moderate the exchange. Candidates will respond to questions collected from AWB members at the event and from AWB's regional meetings scheduled to take place around the state next month. (You can read more about those member-only events here.)
In addition to the governor's race, AWB will also feature debates earlier that same day between Doug Sutherland and Peter Goldmark (Lands Commissioner); Rob McKenna and John Ladenburg (Attorney General); and Terry Bergeson and Randy Dorn (OSPI).
AWB members are encouraged to make reservations now for what should be an excellent primer on the 2008 statewide election races. You can also check out more information on the statewide and legislative races (including a list of AWB-endorsed legislative candidates) on AWB's new elections Web site.
