A look at why politicians often avoid answering questions Ian Price October 11, 2018 1 minute read Have you ever noticed how often political candidates do not answer a question during a debate or forum? There’s a reason behind that as WFIR’s Ian Price reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Police: Roanoke man hospitalized with multiple gunshot woundsNext: Flash Flood Warning issued for Roanoke, Salem Related Stories Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026 Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026