Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro abruptly canceled his participation in TV Globo's final debate, citing alleged censorship by the Superior Electoral Court.
Key points
- Flávio Bolsonaro claimed the Superior Electoral Court imposed censorship on the debate event.
- Datafolha polls released ahead of the election show President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva leading with 42% to 38% over Flávio Bolsonaro.
- Incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva had already planned not to participate in the television debate.
Why it matters
The cancellation of the final presidential debate and tight polling figures heighten political tensions just days before Brazil's presidential election.
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