""Drag has always been political. We're making it clear what's at stake, [but] at the same time, the show wasn't a downer," said Kiki Ball-Change."
""Ultimately, it's about reminding people that the things we're joking about have real-world consequences, and that queer people, especially, don't have the luxury of separating politics from their lives.""
A drag performance in Bushwick, Brooklyn, featured over 1,000 attendees and raised more than $25,000 for the ACLU. The event showcased drag performers impersonating high-profile MAGA figures, including Melania Trump and Charlie Kirk's widow. Lead organizer Kiki Ball-Change emphasized the political nature of drag, stating that the performance aimed to highlight real-world consequences of political issues affecting the queer community. The show combined humor with a serious message about the stakes involved in current political discourse.
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