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 Virginia Supreme Court allows redistricting referendum to go ahead Clark Palmer February 13, 2026 0 Congressional candidate voices support for Virginia Tech professor who was the subject of an alleged racist attack Clark Palmer February 12, 2026 0 Barn fire on property where Homeplace Restaurant set to reopen soon Gene Marrano February 12, 2026 0