Smoot Calls for Series of Debates

( Birmingham, AL) -  Commissioner Shelia Smoot officially called for a series of debates today to discuss issues facing the 7th Congressional District . The Alabama New South Coaltion extended invitations to both candidates to debate in Jefferson County on June 27th and the Alabama Democratic Conference and its Jefferson County President , Grover Dunn, expressed interest in hosting one of the debates as well.

Commissioner Smoot also called for debates in Tuscaloosa and Selma but said she wouldn't limit the discussions to just those locations. "The people of the 7th Congressional District deserve to hear how we stand on the issues facing our community. I am asking that we have a series of debates throughout the district to discuss our objectives and priorities in Congress. I would love to see debates in every county so everyone can hear our plans." Smoot said.

Commissioner Smoot is concerned the people of District 7 aren't hearing the answers to the real questions they are facing everyday. "I want the people of District 7 to hear our plans to bring jobs and build infrastructure. They need to hear our plans for taking care of Seniors, improving education, and bettering the lives of the hard working people of the district" Smoot remarked. She continued, "We have to have a Congresswoman who has the proven experience of working for all citizens. I have been on the side of those who needed help all my life. When I go to Congress I will hit the ground running."