Our Hometown Debates, in partnership with the North Carolina Institute of Political Leadership, continue as we focus on the North Carolina Council of State races. This week, the candidates for commissioner of labor from both major parties join us to debate at Johnston Community College.

During the debate, moderator Loretta Boniti will ask questions — alternating which candidate answers first. Each candidate will have up to 90 seconds to respond. Loretta will have the option to ask a rebuttal question of either candidate, and they will have 60 seconds to respond. Each candidate will also get a minute closing statement. Candidates will not be allowed to go beyond the allotted time to answer a question. A coin is tossed backstage to determine which candidate answers the first question.