Edwards and Van Hollen Duke it Out at Goucher College [View all]

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I had an opportunity to see Congresswoman Donna Edwards and Congressman Chris Van Hollen duke it out at the Kraushaar Auditorium at Goucher College, last Monday. If you’d prefer a debate about differing views and you don’t like a lot of name-calling, this was not the debate for you. It turns out that the candidates have a lot in common, so, to “score points” they pointed out inconsistencies, sometimes with great vigor.


The debate started with a 90 second introduction from both candidates. Van Hollen talked about delivering real results, knowing when to fight and when to find common ground, and – a dig at his opponent, being about more than just rhetoric, which does not get the job done. Edwards talked about the reality that even with our improving economy and college opportunities, Marylanders are struggling, and that she personally understands. As such, she can bring that understanding voice to the Senate and stand for struggling Marylanders.