University pulls out of hosting presidential debate over safety concerns

[DonViejo]

Source: The Hill

A university in Ohio is withdrawing as the host of the first presidential debate of the general election season over safety concerns, according to Dayton Daily News.

Wright State University President David Hopkins said that fears in the wake of recent terrorist attacks and the rising cost of security prompted the school to drop out from hosting the Sept. 26 debate.
“I can’t assure the safety of our students and the community,” Hopkins said. Hopkins noted that the local community and state weren’t able to raise the funds to cover the $8 million needed to put on the debate.

The debate will be moved to Hofstra University in New York, which was the backup location and has previously hosted presidential debates, according to Politico.

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[forest444]

1. Welcome to the wide world of open carry.

Where even the most important civic events are held hostage by the emotional blankie needs of gun humpers.

Straight out of the third world.

[yeoman6987]

2. I don't think it matters to most where a debate is held

Heck it could be held in a business boardroom for all people care. They just want to see the debate on tv.

[7962]

6. Agreed

[forest444]

8. I think you miss the point.

The location of the debate itself is irrelevant; it's the fact that assault rifle and semi-automatic toting goons can force any university in this country to avoid hosting debates as a precaution, that should concern us.

This is exactly the sort of threat we hold the third world in contempt for - and here we are, very much going down the same road.

[Renew Deal]

3. I believe that this is the third cycle in a row with a debate at Hofstra

It's a great venue and close to a major media hub. Also, both candidates live about an hour from there.

[mrmpa]

4. And Wright State University............

brings PR for Wright Patterson Air Force Base & I'm sure the military wouldn't want to add extra layers of security for a Presidential debate.

[7962]

5. You mean the 2 parties dont fund security for the general election debates??

Thats a surprise. Doesnt seem like it should be up to the university

[Purveyor]

7. Surprised me too... eom