Beverly T. Elston of Princeton
Scott Sipprelle, the Republican candidate for Congress in New Jersey’s 12th District has repeatedly challenged Rush Holt, the incumbent, to debate the serious issues currently facing our nation, but Mr. Holt has refused to respond. Why, I ask, does Mr. Holt refuse?
If we want to live in a democracy, we must preserve our freedoms. If we want to preserve our freedoms, we must be informed on the issues. Being informed on the issues require that we become acquainted with alternative points of view. In a democratic society there must be public debate between those who would lead us.
So why does Rush Holt refuse to debate? What does he fear? You decide.
Beverly T. Elston
Princeton

