One student was currently enrolled at UTSA, while the other two were participating in a post-graduation work experience program, school officials said. Credit: University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio will host a presidential debate Tuesday evening. But not one involving the two main candidates or their surrogates.

Members of UTSA’s Students for Justice in Palestine invited politicians from a variety of third parties to discuss issues including the Israel-Palestine conflict, immigration, mass incarceration, climate change, student debt and healthcare. The Middle East conflict “will receive focussed attention,” according to details shared by organizers.

Those taking the stage will include Libertarian Party presidential candidate Chase Oliver, Texas Railroad Commissioner Green Party candidate Eddie Espinoza and Nicolette Ardiente, president of the Bexar County Young Democrats. Victoria Ramirez, Texas campaign coordinator for the Party for Socialism and Liberation, also will attend.

The debate will get underway at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in room 2.01.36 at UTSA’s McKinney Humanities Building. No RSVP or ticket purchase is required. Attendees will be able to ask unscripted questions during the event.

“This debate is an important opportunity for civic engagement and informed decision-making at UTSA, empowering students and community members to explore issues that often receive limited coverage in mainstream political discourse,” organizers said in a news release.

Free, 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 29, UTSA McKinney Humanities Building, 1 UTSA Circle

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This article appears in Oct 16-29, 2024.

Michael Karlis is a multimedia journalist at the San Antonio Current, whose coverage in print and on social media focuses on local and state politics. He is a graduate of American University in Washington,...