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Martel, Leonard Face Off in Express News Group Debate, Focused on Southampton Town Board Seat

Southampton Town Special Election Debate
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Southampton Town Special Election Debate

Democrat John Leonard and Republican Rick Martel faced off last week in a virtual debate moderated by Executive Editor Joseph P. Shaw.

Democrat John Leonard and Republican Rick Martel faced off last week in a virtual debate moderated by Executive Editor Joseph P. Shaw.

authorStephen J. Kotz on Mar 11, 2025
For the second time in a week, the two candidates running for the remainder of new State Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni’s Southampton Town Board term met in debate. Republican and... more

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