Zinke faces debate challenge

by Wayne Adair, Hamilton

Recent history has shown with stark clarity the power of debates to highlight the strength or weakness of a candidate.

As a voter, I am anxious to see more debates between our statewide candidates. I am particularly interested in a matchup between Democratic congressional hopeful Monica Tranel and her GOP opponent Ryan Zinke. I have heard Tranel personally challenge Zinke to a verbal duel that I hope can happen right here in Ravalli County.

I urge the incumbent congressman to meet Tranel toe-to-toe in an exchange of ideas, principles and tactics that will define the governing strategy of the winner of the House District One race.

Tranel has said she is eager for a debate. Mr. Zinke, will you answer her challenge? Montana voters deserve no less.