Brazilian Politician Upends Debate by Hitting Opponent With Chair
Briefly

In a recent live debate, right-wing candidate Pablo Marcal attacked fellow candidate Jose Luiz Datena, leading to a shocking on-stage assault that could reshape the elections.
Marcal's aggressive tactics, including harsh insults and bringing up past accusations against Datena, highlighted a significant shift in Brazil's political landscape leading up to the mayoral election.
Post-attack, Marcal leveraged the incident on social media, showcasing his injuries and dramatizing the assault, which could bolster his public image and voter appeal.
The incident exemplifies the growing volatility in Brazilian politics, as candidates increasingly resort to violence and sensationalism to gain attention and influence public opinion.
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