Eleven broadcasters cancelled the 14 September presidential debate after Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro let the confirmation deadline pass without answering.
Brazil · Elections
Key Facts
— What happened. Eleven media outlets cancelled their joint presidential debate, which was set for 14 September.
— Why it fell apart. Neither Lula nor Flávio Bolsonaro confirmed by the deadline of 7 September.
— The catch. Neither campaign refused. They simply did not answer, and neither has explained.
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