On Tuesday night, following a debate between Pennsylvania’s first and only Senate candidate, Dr. Mehmet Oz, and John Fetterman, the Oz campaign declared victory, with the Republican candidate saying, “All Pennsylvanians It is best to “represent the
Oz’s campaign released a statement shortly after the discussion ended, saying Dr. Oz, a prominent physician, “will find common-sense solutions to ease the burden on families.”
The campaign also claimed that Democrat and state lieutenant governor Fetterman had “radical and dangerous policies” that “put criminals ahead of families in Pennsylvania.”
“The contrast between Dr. Oz and John Fetterman was clear in tonight’s debate. We have not been able to defend why we have repeatedly pushed the policy forward,” said Oz campaign manager. Casey Contres “Dr. Oz has clearly shown Washington how to find common sense solutions to restore balance, reduce costs for families and make our streets safer.”
Pennsylvania Senate Debate: Oz, Fetterman Spare Over Abortion, DEM Won’t Say When Limits Should Be
During the debate, the two candidates answered questions about abortion, fracking and crime.
On the issue of abortion, Fetterman said the procedure should be legalized by Congress, but Oz said, “A woman, her doctor, [and] local political leaders. “
“The federal government should not get involved in how states make abortion decisions,” Oz said. “As a doctor, I was in the room when difficult conversations were taking place. I never wanted the federal government to get involved in it. is to propose ideas for
Republicans also said they supported drilling for oil, commonly known as fracking, an issue of particular importance to Pennsylvania voters. It seems that this stance has been overturned.
“I have always been an advocate of fracking and have always believed that our energy independence is important and that we cannot hold someone like Russia to ransom.” I have always believed that it is important, I support fracking and have never received money from the fracking industry, but how important it is for us to produce energy and create energy self-sufficiency or support.”
Fetterman stumbles during debate when questioned about flip-flops on support for flacking
Pressed by the moderators on how to “square” previous comments against this new position, Fetterman said: Supports fracking. “
The two candidates found common ground in blocking additional seats with the Supreme Court of the United States.
When asked whether the country’s Supreme Court should increase the number of judges, Fetterman replied, “I don’t believe it.”
“It’s not about changing the rules. It’s about recognizing where we are,” he added.
Oz similarly said he would not change the current nine members of the Supreme Court.
The pivotal Pennsylvania Senate election has drawn national attention, including endorsements from former President Donald Trump, who backs Oz, and President Joe Biden, who backs Fetterman.
The Senate’s current 50-50 draw makes each race in the Senate particularly important as both Republicans and Democrats are keen to win a majority.
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The two candidates are running to fill the US Senate seat representing Pennsylvania vacated by the retiring Pat Toomey. Toomey, who has served in the Senate since 2011, will retire on January 3, 2023, completing his term.
According to some national polls, Oz still trails Fetterman by about 2.3 points, or within margin of error.