Plínio Trump, Mick Jagger and Samurai Taxi Driver keep Brazil’s tradition of joke candidates alive

Candidates in Brazil are continuing a tradition of using surreal personas, such as impersonating famous figures, to participate in elections.
In Brazil, candidates like Plínio Trump bring a surreal element to elections by impersonating famous figures.
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