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Sherrill and Ciattarelli will meet in the final debate in the New Jersey governor’s race

The debate highlights sharp contrasts on taxes, energy, and military record issues as Sherrill’s lead narrows to 3.3 points, according to RealClearPolitics polling.

  • On Oct. 8, Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli will meet in the second televised debate at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center from 7 to 8 p.m. ET, closed to the public but broadcast and streamed.
  • Polls show the contest tightening, with Sherrill's lead narrowing from 8.3 points a month ago to a 3.3-point RealClearPolitics edge as Ciattarelli gains ground, drawing national Democrats' attention.
  • Hot-Button issues such as utility bills and the high cost of living will dominate the debate, alongside controversies over Sherrill's military records and the ongoing federal government shutdown.
  • With the Nov. 4 election under a month away, the Oct. 8 debate may be the candidates' final big stage, broadcast on ABC7/WABC-TV New York, ABC6/WPVI-TV Philadelphia, Univision WXTV Channel 41, and streamed online.
  • Many observers see the race as a bellwether between presidential and midterm moods, with New Jersey's governor's contest one of only two nationwide this year, highlighting shifting state politics.
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Sherrill, Ciattarelli to meet in final debate in New Jersey governor's race

Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli will go head-to-head in their final debate for New Jersey governor.

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