One Stage, No Debate: Esther Wells | Montgomery County Executive Candidate 2026

No debate, but an opportunity to hear from both candidates. Republican Montgomery County Executive nominee Esther Wells addressed attendees at the Montgomery County Small Business Association’s State of the County & 2026 County Executive Candidates’ Presentation on October 14, 2026. Wells has publicly challenged Democratic nominee Will Jawando to a general election debate, but Jawando’s campaign has declined. Both candidates spoke at this event, giving attendees an opportunity to hear their priorities ahead of the November 3 election. This video features Wells’ full presentation. Also speaking at the event: Will Jawando, Democratic nominee for County Executive Marc Elrich, current Montgomery County Executive The speakers delivered separate presentations. There was no debate or direct exchange between the candidates. Event: MCSBA State of the County & 2026 County Executive Candidates’ Presentation Date: October 14, 2026 Location: North Bethesda, Maryland Coverage by Moderately MOCO. #EstherWells #MontgomeryCounty #Election2026