Manila Bulletin
Comelec not organizing one-on-one debates
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has expressed its unwillingness to organize one-on-one debates for candidates, stating that such an event would be unfair.
Comelec Commissioner George Garcia explained that while media networks are free to host their own one-on-one debates, the poll body itself will not be organizing them.
Garcia emphasized that Comelec must maintain impartiality and neutrality during the elections.
He further stated that all candidates should be given an equal opportunity to present their platforms and discuss their stances on various issues.
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