Gloria skips mayoral debate with runoff opponent Turner, vows to attend debates this fall

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria declined to attend a Wednesday night candidate debate against his re-election opponent, police Officer Larry Turner. Gloria’s decision continues a trend that began last winter when he skipped multiple candidate forums leading up to the March 5 primary election, where he finished first and Turner took second. Turner said Gloria’s decision to skip Wednesday’s debate raises questions about the mayor’s commitment to transparency and accountability in governance. “It’s disappointing that Mayor Gloria has chosen not to participate in this important debate,” Turner said. “San Diegans...