The public is prohibited from attending the debate next month between Harry Reid and Sharron Angle after last Thursday’s candidate forum became raucous and ended in a fistfight.

The AP today reported that the Nevada Broadcasters Association (NBA) president has said only the candidates’ closest family members and staffers will be allowed to attend the televised October 14 debate.

In addition, the Brian Sandoval campaign has also stated concerns about next week’s October 7 gubernatorial debate, asking the NBA to prohibit gatherings outside the studio.

But Fisher says limiting supporters from outside the building is a decision left to the campaigns.