Keeping up with the Bolsonaros: Flávio’s surprise first-round election win heralds rise of a political dynasty

Flávio Bolsonaro and other family members of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro have secured significant political victories, signaling the rise of a powerful political dynasty. Flávio is currently heading into a presidential runoff against incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Why it matters
The consolidation of power by the Bolsonaro family represents a major shift in Brazilian politics and the continued influence of far-right populism.
Flávio Bolsonaro holds a photo of his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, as he rides a boat during a campaign rally in Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro state, on 29 August. Flávio Bolsonaro holds a photo of his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, as he rides a boat during a campaign rally in Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro state, on 29 August. Brazil Keeping up with the Bolsonaros: Flávio’s surprise first-round election win heralds rise of a political dynasty Four members of disgraced ex-president Jair Bolsonaro’s family have been elected to office, most notably his wife and son Flávio, who won the first round of voting to be Brazil’s new president
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