With Election Day less than a month away, Atlantic County Republican Chairman Don Purdy says he may reconsider his decision to prevent Republican candidates from participating in debates, potentially reopening the door to a face-to-face showdown between Sheriff Joe O'Donoghue and Democratic challenger Sean Riggin. During an appearance on WOND, Purdy acknowledged his opposition to the debate format but appeared willing to reconsider after Cronick explained the proposed rules and reminded him that Stockton University had agreed to host the event.