Hogan and Alsobrooks Clash on Debate Timing

In the lead-up to the Maryland elections, candidates Larry Hogan and Angela Alsobrooks have accepted invitations to debates, but not to the same events. Hogan expressed eagerness to participate, emphasizing the importance of debates for voters. The Baltimore Sun's editorial board has urged both candidates to collaborate on scheduling multiple debates, arguing that Maryland voters deserve the chance to evaluate their political positions and styles directly. Hogan has committed to two televised debates, one on October 10 and another on a yet-to-be-determined date. In contrast, Alsobrooks has not confirmed her participation in either, citing a scheduling conflict with a National Council of Negro Women event on the same evening as the first debate. Both candidates were also invited to a third debate on October 23, but the Alsobrooks campaign is awaiting further engagement from Hogan's team regarding the logistics of the October 10 debate. Hogan has criticized Alsobrooks for what he perceives as attempts to divert from the agreed-upon debates, labeling it "insulting" to cancel prior commitments. Meanwhile, Alsobrooks' campaign asserts that they are the only team actively engaging in the debate planning process, indicating a willingness to negotiate and participate in discussions about the debates. As the election approaches, the lack of agreement on debate participation raises concerns about voter access to candidate comparisons, highlighting the ongoing tension between the two campaigns.