Gary Chambers (left) and Syrita Steib (right),
Two candidates running against Senator John Kennedy, participated in the Baton Rouge Press Club forum Monday. Democrats Gary Chambers and Syrita Steib both spoke about how Kennedy’s yet to participate in any debate or forum in his re-election bid. When asked how they differ from each other Chambers said he’s the only democrat with a track record of running a race that has a voter base after his bid for the 2nd Congressional district.
“And I’m the lead polling democrat that can motivate the base of the party,” said Chambers.
Steib said her experience getting legislation passed in Louisiana and other states prohibiting public universities from asking questions about criminal history for the purpose of admissions sets her apart.
“I also have a history of working in multiple different capacities and being able to get things done and work with folks no matter what side of the aisle that they’re on,” said Steib.
The candidates were also asked about what they would do if elected to Congress concerning the Ronald Greene investigation. Chambers said he’d want to see Louisiana State Police under consent decree and said how can we trust their investigations of other law enforcement agencies if they can’t be trusted.
“Ronald Greene is one glaring example and the thing that I would challenge everybody else to ask was if his name was Joe Burrow how would you have felt,” Chambers questioned.
Steib whose non-profit helps remove roadblocks and provide opportunities for females after incarceration said she will push for laws to uplift people.
“And that people are human beings, specifically Black people, and how Black people are treated in this country. So, I don’t see the fight for me shifting or changing in any way, shape, or form. It’s something that I get up and do every day and will continue to do,” said Steib.
Early voting begins October 25th for the November 8th election.
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