Student Government presidential runoff candidates Cody Wells of “Together LSU” and David Jones of “Defining Our Future” will debate tonight at an event hosted by Student Media.
The candidates will face off in the Tiger TV studio at 7 p.m., and the debate will air on Campus Channel 75 before the runoff election.
All branches of Student Media collaborated to host the debate, and a live viewing party will be held in the Live Oak Lounge of the Student Union.
The debate will not include Wells’ and Jones’ respective running mates, Kathleen Bordelon and Kacey Brister.
Questions will come from a mix of Student Media representatives and students. Students can still submit questions to [email protected].
Wells and Jones will face off about the issues dividing them as prospective candidates and policymakers for the University.
Currently, Wells and Jones are most notably divided on issues regarding the Board of Supervisors seat, the Flagship Coalition and potential constitutional action for protecting TOPS.
Wells said he will seek a Board of Supervisors seat, supports a Constitutional amendment to protect TOPS and does not support the Flagship Coalition without a student voice.
Jones said he will not seek a Board of Supervisors seat and supports the Flagship Coalition. His running mate, Brister does not support a Constitutional amendment to protect TOPS.
The debate comes after former presidential candidate Aaron Caffarel filed a complaint against David Jones for contacting members of his “NOW” campaign for support after Caffarel unsuccessful bid.
The University Court found Jones and Brister not guilty of breaking any election code provisions.
 
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Contact Andrea Gallo at [email protected]