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Pacquiao challenges Bongbong to a one-on-one debate
Senator Manny Pacquiao challenged presidential aspirant Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. to a one-on-one debate, suggesting Marcos Jr. might be shy about facing a large audience.
Pacquiao stated he is open to a debate between the two of them to compare their platforms and proposals.
Marcos Jr. is the only presidential candidate who did not attend the Comelec-organized debate, with his camp citing a preference for direct communication with the people.
The frontrunning presidential bet had also previously declined invitations to other presidential interviews and forums.
Pacquiao's challenge comes after Marcos Jr. claimed his rivals' platforms were not well thought of.
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Presidential candidate Senator Manny Pacquiao questioned Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s timing in seeking the presidency, suggesting Marcos Jr. had ample opportunity to develop his home province but did not.
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Nine out of ten presidential candidates have confirmed their participation in the Commission on Elections (Comelec)-sponsored debates.
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Presidential candidate Senator Manny Pacquiao stated that Filipinos should not anticipate accountability and good governance from politicians who refuse to participate in debates.
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Nine of the 10 presidential contenders participated in the first of the Comelec-organized debates on March 19, 2022, ahead of the May 9 polls.
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