Saint Thomas Academy to Facilitate and Host District 52B Debate

The Saint Thomas Academy Advanced Placement government class and the debate team from Saint Thomas Academy and Visitation School will get a live civics lesson when they facilitate a debate between the two candidates vying for the State House of Representatives in District 52B: Incumbent Joe Atkins (DFL) and challenger Don Lee (R). The students will be developing questions for the candidates and will moderate the session. Each candidate will also give brief opening and closing remarks. The public is encouraged to attend to learn more about the candidates.

WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 5, 2-3:30 p.m.

WHO:

• Joe Atkins, incumbent, House District 52B
• Don Lee, challenger, House District 52B
• Saint Thomas Academy and Visitation School debate team
• Saint Thomas Academy AP government students
• Doug Hoverson, social studies teacher and the debate team forensics director

WHERE: Flynn/Sjoberg Arena

Vincent J. Flynn Hall
Saint Thomas Academy
949 Mendota Heights Road
Mendota Heights, Minn.