Drag Queen Olivia Jones wants to become Germany's federal president
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Hamburg-based drag entertainer Olivia Jones has expressed interest in running for Germany’s federal presidency, with a potential candidacy intended to send a political message. In an interview with t-online, Jones spoke about bringing color and heart to the role.

According to Jones, having a drag queen as head of state would be "a great signal to the whole world," particularly amid growing global threats to diversity and democracy.

Jones first expressed interest in the presidency in 2017 while serving in the Federal Assembly that elected Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

Asked about a potential candidacy, Jones confirmed: "I am ready."

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