ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Saturday, the League of Women Voters and the Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce hosted the District 3 Senate Debate between Carl Perry & Katie Washnok at the K.O. Lee Library.

Each candidate talks about their priorities for how they would improve the city of Aberdeen.

Carl Perry:

Katie Washnok:

Both candidates expressed their takes on whether they would support the repeal of the grocery tax that could be on the ballot in November.

Carl Perry:

Katie Washnok:

Both candidates also discuss the issue of the referendum looking to repeal SB201 dealing with local control.

Carl Perry:

Katie Washnok:

Both candidates were asked about medical marijuana that could be repealed if the measure makes it to the 2024 general election.

Carl Perry:

Katie Washnok:

Both candidates were asked if the abortion amendment does make it to the ballot and is passed by the voters, would they accept the will of the people.

Carl Perry:

Katie Washnok:

One issue that there was a difference of opinion was on the issue of conventions going forward & whether voters should be allowed to vote for their Attorney General & Secretary of State’s Office.

Carl Perry:

Katie Washnok:

Republican Primary is on Tuesday, June 4th.  Early voting is going on right now.