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PARIS — He’s a tiny torero, but Michelito has become the symbol of a debate bigger than himself.
Bullfighting opponents say the 10-year-old, who came from Mexico to perform, is risking his life in the ring. Local authorities canceled two demonstrations where he was set to appear.
Michelito Lagravere has fought about 60 animals to the death in Mexico, his father said. In France, Michelito and other children are paired with smaller animals and no bulls are killed.
Opponents argue that his shows break French labor code, which bars children under 16 from dangerous jobs.
