Lawson for Congress

It wasn’t the Lincoln-Douglas debate, nor the Kennedy-Nixon debate, but it was the Lawson-Cho debate. Or perhaps the Cho-Lawson debate, depending on your preference for alphabetical order.

The Durham All Interested Republicans (and All Like-Minded Conservatives) hosted an excellent event on Wednesday, February 13. It was well-coordinated, at a fantastic venue, with about 70 people in attendance. We even earned a nice article in the Durham Herald Sun.

Overall, I learned a lot from the debate. I think I could have been more forceful in stating some points, but on balance thought the conversation highlighted the contrasts between two extremely different candidates. Here are annotated video clips of some memorable segments:

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Opening Statements:

Appealing to Swing Voters:

Federal Deficit:

Traditional American Values:

Beating David Price:

As you can see, my opponent doesn’t pull many punches. Quite surprising for a Presbyterian minister — but I guess some folks have to check their principles at the door when they enter politics.

Come to think of it, that’s a great reason to vote for me instead of my opponent. I’ll hold onto my principles, honorably represent the Fourth District, and work relentlessly to restore a Constitutional federal government.

So who do you think won the debate?