The last portion of the forum was devoted to candidates for the District 9 State Senate seat, currently held by Democrat Julia Boseman. She declined the offer to attend last night. Why is this not the title to the story? I am registered Independent and depend on debates such as these to make an informed opinion. If one candidate doesnt show up, what choice do I have? I just got done watching the governor's debate where it was a Libertarian and a Republican, and no Beverly Perdue. I dont mean for this to sound bad, but it is what it is, Are Women Democrats too good for debate? Whats the story? And why isnt anyone covering it?