Welcome to coverage of Spectrum News' debate among candidates for the Democratic primary for governor.

New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and Long Island Rep. Tom Suozzi will participate in Thursday night's debate. Gov. Kathy Hochul declined Spectrum News' invitation.

Follow along the debate with this live blog, which features analysis from New York Political Director for Spectrum News Bob Hardt, Spectrum News political reporters Juan Manuel Benitez, Zack Fink, Courtney Gross and Kate Lisa. And don't forget - you can watch live on our website and app.