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Lula resists first-round debate, weighs risk of attacks

Brazilian President Lula has signaled reluctance to participate in the first-round TV debate on Globo, fearing sustained attacks from opponents. He prefers to wait for a potential second round, but has not yet confirmed his decision. This reflects campaign strategy ahead of the October election.

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Lula's Debate Strategy and Judicial Reform Pledges Ahead of Brazil Election

Brazilian President Lula's campaign is strategically reassessing participation in the Globo debate, with PT president Edinho indicating Lula may only attend if the format allows direct confrontation with Flávio. This follows Lula's confirmed reluctance to engage in first-round debates due to concerns over sustained attacks. Concurrently, Lula has called for rival candidates to withdraw and pledged judicial and political reforms if re-elected, signaling a push for a consolidated mandate.

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