The singer, Joost Klein, had been among the favourites to win the contest in Malmö, Sweden.

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    They booted him not for the alleged misconduct, but the possible investigation of that allegation, according to their statement to the press. By that standard, both should be removed. It’s the hypocrisy that’s at issue, not that he might being innocent. If you claim to have a standard, but only enforce it selectively, it’s no longer a standard.

    The contest organisers said “it would not be appropriate” for Klein to participate “while the legal process takes place”.