Gainesville will play host to a political debate Oct. 16 between Republican Doug Collins and Democrat Jody Cooley, both of Gainesville, who are seeking to represent the 9th District in the U.S. House of Representatives. The Lanier Tea Party Patriots is sponsoring the event, which begins at 7 p.m. at the Gainesville Civic Center. “This is an open seat, with no incumbent,” said Cooley.