DeLage Few minds were changed, but many were put at ease Thursday night after gubernatorial candidates Heidi Heitkamp and John Hoeven debated at Mayville State University.
Recent polls show the two candidates virtually tied.
Some of the undecided voters in the audience said the debate only made it harder to choose, because they liked both candidates so much. But others said the debate would help them finally make up their minds. And many more said the debate strengthened their conviction for one candidate, while building their respect for the other. Rick Nepstad, of Mayville, thought Heitkamp did a little better in the debate, but he still was undecided when it was all over. He'll replay the debate in his mind and make a decision soon, but it won't hurt his feelings too much no matter which candidate wins.