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Comelec says bets who will skip debates no longer allowed to use e-rally platform
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced that national candidates who skip the presidential and vice-presidential debates will no longer be allowed to use the poll body's e-rally platform.
Comelec spokesperson James Jimenez stated that this policy aims to encourage participation in the debates.
The penalty will remain in effect until the end of the campaign period.
Comelec acting chairperson Socorro Inting expressed hope that all presidential and vice-presidential aspirants will attend the debates.
The first presidential debate is scheduled for March 19, followed by the vice-presidential debate on March 20, with a second presidential debate on April 3.
The Comelec has formally signed an agreement with Vote Pilipinas for the staging of the Pilipinas Debates 2022.
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