As I’m sure many of you know, there have been news stories and rumors going around recently that a number of major Republican Presidential Candidates may not be partaking in the CNN/YouTube Debate on September 17th.

I’d like to add my voice to the thousands of others calling for all Republican candidates to join in the debate and show the American people that you’re willing and ready to answer tough questions to our faces instead of spewing useless rhetoric to major media personalities.

Beyond adding my voice to the list, I encourage all readers - regardless of party affiliation or citizenship - to sign the petition located below and at http://www.savethedebate.org and tell the candidates that you want them to answer our toughest questions this September.

The YouTube Debate format may be unusual, but that’s no reason for any candidate to skip out on a unique chance to impress the voters.