Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Trade Accusations in Brazil Presidential Debate
A bitter first debate left Brazil's presidential contest tightly fought, with both campaigns reassessing their approach before another televised clash and the October 25 runoff.
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Electoral court fails to secure campaign truce
CNN Brasil ↗Datafolha puts Bolsonaro two points ahead of Lula
Perfil.com ↗Lula urges supporters to mobilize undecided voters
Infobae ↗Bolsonaro supporters stage vehicle procession in Brasília
CNN Brasil ↗Bolsonaro promises confrontation before televised presidential debate
Infobae ↗Candidates exchange personal taunts during Band debate
CNN Brasil ↗First debate brings personal attacks and corruption accusations
Infobae ↗Political scientists criticise format in debate assessments
BBC Brasil ↗Coverage assesses candidates' debate performances and corruption's possible effect on turnout
Euronews ↗Second and final debate scheduled for October 23
Política - Últimas notícias | InfoMoney ↗Flávio Bolsonaro reiterates crime pledge and calls for northern prosperity
CNN Brasil ↗Campaigns reassess strategy before final televised debate
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