2024 Washington State Gubernatorial Debate at CWU

• Friday, October 11th, 2024
• 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (doors open at 3:00 PM and close at 3:50 PM)
• McConnell Hall, Central Washington University
• FREE

Join us for a free and public debate for Washington's Governor sponsored by the Washington State Debate Coalition. This debate will be moderated by Hana Kim, FOX13 (lead), Paris Jackson, Cascade PBS, Jerry Cornfield, WSS, and Libby Denkmann, KUOW.

• In order to make sure we have diverse questions that cover multiple topics, we are asking residents to submit their questions in advance for selection. You will be prompted to submit questions upon registering.

FAQs
What time should I arrive for the debate? Doors for the debate open at 3:00 PM and promptly close at 3:50 PM. Please note, that seating is first come first serve.
What can I bring to the debate? Literature and signage, including campaign/political apparel, is not allowed inside the debate venue.
Do I need to print out a ticket? No. Guests will be checked in at the entrance to the auditorium.
Can I watch the debate somewhere else? Broadcast live at 4:00 PM PST via our media partners: FOX13 | Cascade PBS | TVW | Converge | Rainier Ave Radio | KUOW | Washington State Standard

The WA State Debate Coalition (WSDC) was founded in 2016 by Seattle CityClub and has served thousands of live debate attendees and over 3 million people through broadcast, print, and online platforms. The WSDC is a public service made possible through the joint efforts of civic leaders, nonpartisan organizations, civic groups, colleges and universities, donors, sponsors, and a strong group of media partners.

Seattle CityClub is a nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization improving the civic health of the Puget Sound region by providing programs that bridge politics, sectors, and generations to inform and engage residents and community leaders

Presenting Sponsors
AARP | Comcast

Civic Sponsors
Children's Campaign Fund Action | Washington Coalition for Open Government
Premier Media Partners
FOX13 | Cascade PBS | TVW | Converge | Rainier Ave Radio | KUOW | Washington State Standard

Event and Venue Partners
Building Bridges | Seattle CityClub's Civically Engaged Youth Council | GSBA | Edmonds Center for the Arts | Seattle Central College | Central Washington University | WV Livestream

Host or Publisher Seattle CityClub