Peruvian Andean district elects mayor named Hitler Mussolini

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A left-wing candidate named Hitler Mussolini has been elected mayor in a remote district of the Peruvian Andes, according to exit polls. He secured a narrow victory in the recent local election. The candidate's full name, which references two 20th-century dictators, has drawn international attention due to its unusual nature. The election results highlight the unique cultural and naming practices present in some regions of Peru.

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