He 's running for councilman in the central Brazilian city of Belo Horizonte with the name `` Obama BH . '' Candidates who like to stand out turn to using memorable names . Obama is popular , along with characters like Batman , Robin , Superman and Batman . During electoral spots , some candidates dress in costumes to attract voters ' attention . Critics call such costumes immature , but others say they 're a symbol of a healthy democracy .
Candidates who like to stand out turn to using memorable names . Obama is popular , along with characters like Batman , Robin , Superman and Batman . During electoral spots , some candidates dress in costumes to attract voters ' attention . Critics call such costumes immature , but others say they 're a symbol of a healthy democracy .