Spectrum News NY1 will be hosting a Democratic mayoral debate and a Democratic debate for city comptroller in the leadup to the city's primary elections on June 24.
These two debates will air live on Spectrum News NY1 at 7 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 10 — A debate between the leading Democratic city comptroller candidates
- Thursday, June 12 — A debate between the leading Democratic mayoral candidates
Viewers will also be able to watch for free on Spectrum News NY1’s online platforms.
Candidates who opted into the city’s public matching funds program and meet eligibility criteria will be required to take part in Spectrum News NY1’s debates, as well as in five debates being hosted by PIX11 and two being hosted by WNBC, according to the city’s Campaign Finance Board.
Candidates who did not opt into the program may be invited to participate if they meet certain eligibility criteria.
Spectrum News NY1 is partnering with WNYC/Gothamist, THE CITY, New York Law School’s Center for New York City and State Law, the Museum of the City of New York, the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY and John Jay College of Criminal Justice to produce and publicize the debates.
Visit Spectrum News NY1’s guide for more information on the city’s primary election and follow our live blog for updates on the races.