Batten Hosts Fifth Congressional District Debate

The Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy hosts a non-partisan debate between former Albemarle County Board of Supervisors Chair Jane Dittmar and Virginia State Senator Tom Garrett.

The Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy hosts a non-partisan debate between former Albemarle County Board of Supervisors Chair Jane Dittmar and Virginia State Senator Tom Garrett.

Moderated by Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Craig Volden and Professor Gerald Warburg, the candidates will be asked questions about domestic and foreign policy. 

Free and open to the general public, doors open at 5:00 p.m. Parking is available for a fee at the Central Grounds Parking Garage.

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