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Bolsonaro Family Leans on Surname in Santa Catarina Elections
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- The Bolsonaro family fields candidates in Santa Catarina elections, relying on their surname for victory.
- Flavio Bolsonaro, nominated by President Jair Bolsonaro, runs as the Liberal Party presidential candidate.
- Carlos Bolsonaro, councillor, seeks a Senate seat after moving to Santa Catarina.
- Carlos contacts supporters by phone calls and WhatsApp, bypassing mainstream media.
- Political scientist Joao Feres says the Bolsonaros rely on their brand, not local roots, in the south.