Gubernatorial Debate

Tonight was the Youth in Government Gubernatorial Debate between the four candidates for Governor for next year's conference.  The candidates are Brett O'Connell of Ravenwood High School, Jimmie Williams Jr. of Central High School, Caylyn Harvey of Brentwood Academy, and Jimmy Paul of Merrol Hyde Magnet School.  Meredith Whitfield, college staff, hosted the debate.  She posed questions at the candidates who were given time to answer the question and alloted time to rebut their opponent's statement.  The questions included topics such as the expected rise in the price of higher education, illegal immigration, the adoption of an income tax, and medical malpractice suits in Tennessee.  Delegates will vote on Saturday and the outcome will be announced at closing session on Sunday morning.