Republicans Downer, Blossman May Not Qualify for LA Gubernatorial Debate

Shreveport, LA, Times ^ | 09-09-03 | Staff and wire reports

[Theodore R.]

Only five of seven major candidates for Louisiana governor are eligible so far to participate in a statewide televised debate sponsored by the League of Women Voters later this month.

Among other qualifications, the league is requiring candidates show support from at least 8 percent of the voters in public opinion polls.

[Theodore R.]

Jindal could become the de facto Republican candidate if Blossman and Downer are denied debate positions.