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Family members and spouses of some incumbent politicians have entered the local political arena.According to Political Science professor Niño Olayvar, this continues the long-standing practice in the Philippines of making politics a family affair.During the recent eight-day filing of certificates of candidacy , several relatives from prominent political clans in Cebu submitted bids for government positions.These include Karen Hope Flores-Garcia, wife of Third District Rep.
Reluya’s son, Travis Regen, is vying for a council seat in San Fernando.Lheslen Enad, wife of Mayor Rajiv Enad, is also running for municipal councilor.Olayvar said on Sunday, Oct. 13, that these family members have the right to run since there is no law prohibiting political dynasties.However, he added that the implication of this practice is that political power and decision-making are concentrated within a few families.
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