New Scotland candidates share their views in live forum

Thursday, September 23, 2021 - 10:33

The Enterprise is putting together this year's election guide with readers. We'll collect your ideas and questions and ask the top ones of the candidates in a forum. Scroll down for a list of responses.

 

Early voting starts Oct. 23.

 

Listen to candidates' views in New Scotland.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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