Politics & Government Heated Special Election Debate 'What I Expected': Moderator News 12 anchor Rich Barrabi, who moderated the debate between Mazi Pilip and Tom Suozzi, called it a "great experience." News 12 anchor Rich Barrabi (left) moderated the only special election debate between Mazi Pilip and Tom Suozzi. (News 12 ) WOODBURY, NY — The gloves came off in the only special election debate between Tom Suozzi and Mazi Pilip Thursday night. An audience of more than 100 watched and participated by asking some questions to the candidates, who seek to replace George Santos in Congress. Rich Barrabi was...