Similar to traditional employment procedures, appointing someone to political office requires an extensive and thoughtful vetting process. After all, it’s a job that influences thousands of lives.
The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan nonprofit, is kicking off its candidate forums in preparation for the Aug. 2 primary election. These discussions are different from a typical political debate, because candidates are not allowed to provide a rebuttal to others’ statements.
“This is a way that people can say, ‘Hey, we want to interview you for this job and see if you have the talents, abilities, the dedication, the determination, (and) the passion to serve,’ ” said Dee Anne Finken, Clark County League of Women Voters communication chair.
None of the candidates running for local and federal office declined the nonprofit’s invitation to participate, Finken said. Each forum will be broadcast live on Clark/Vancouver Television’s government access channel and will also be recorded for later viewing.
