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Some takeaways from the Utah gubernatorial debate

Some takeaways from the Utah gubernatorial debate
Utah gubernatorial candidates Spencer Cox, Brian King and J. Robert Latham debate at Salt Lake Community College on Sept. 11, 2024. (Screengrab via YouTube)
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Here are some quick thoughts on Wednesday night's three-way gubernatorial debate, which featured Republican Spencer Cox, Democrat Brian King and Libertarian J. Robert Latham.

The format of these debates, with set time limits for answers and rebuttals with few follow-up questions, is far too restrictive. With three candidates on the stage, the evening felt even more restrictive than usual.