University of Scranton Hosts State Senate Debate (Photos)
The University of Scranton on Thursday, May 7, hosted a Democratic primary election debate between incumbent Marty Flynn and Jeffrey Lake, candidates in Pennsylvania’s 22nd Senatorial District. The debate was organized by the University’s Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service and hosted at the University’s Pearn Auditorium inside Brennan Hall.Democratic candidates in Pennsylvania’s 22nd Senatorial District Marty Flynn, the incumbent, and Jeffrey Lake participated in a primary debate on Thursday, May 7, at The University of Scranton.
Voters filled the Pearn Auditorium at Brennan Hall, where the debate was hosted by the University’s Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service (CEEPS).
The hourlong debate was moderated by Brian Snee, CEEPS director; livestreamed and broadcasted by ECTV; and covered by virtually all media in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Among the media members in attendance were three local journalists — Donnie Collins of the Times-Tribune, Jake Higgins of the Times Leader and Borys Krawczeniuk of WVIA — who served as panelists and asked the candidates questions.
More than 100 people attended the debate, filling most seats inside the Pearn Auditorium.
In the fall, CEEPS also organized and executed debates featuring Lackawanna County Commissioner candidates and Scranton Mayoral candidates.
The primary election is May 19.
