It seems that politicians come in all shapes and sizes. They can come from a variety of backgrounds. They can be songwriters, wrestlers or even astronauts before taking a bid in politics.

Sonny Bono, former Cher-lover and “Fantasy Island” actor, is the classic example. Bono’s political career started when he became the mayor of Palm Springs, Calif. Then in 1994 he became a California congressman in which his political career was sadly highlighted by his skiing death. He was known as a sort of regular guy poking fun at the usually serious political world. He once told the Washington Press Club Foundation, “The last thing in the world I thought I would be is a U.S. congressman, given all the bobcat vests and Eskimo boots I used to wear.”

Or how about former Nebraska coach Tom Osborne, who ran for the House of Representatives a couple of years ago. His whole campaign centered around the fact that he wanted voters to vote for him – not because he was a great football coach, but because he was a Republican with high morals.

Now porn stars – not to be outdone by professional wrestlers, football coaches and `70s musicians – decided it is time their profession is represented in the government (at least in Europe).

Cicciolina, a star of the porn world, is considering a bid to enter the Hungarian parliament. But don’t worry, this is not Cicciolina’s first political experience. After making her last porn film in 1989, she was elected to a local governmental position in Italy.

During that campaign, she represented the Radical Party and exposed her left breast to symbolize her left-wing political views. So she was successful in Italy with her symbolic left breast campaign. But will she be able to convince the people of Hungary of her dedication to politics?

So far, political experts in Hungry are divided about her political influence. Some said they are against her running for office saying she would make a mockery of Hungarian politics. I can see this if there was a fear she would show up for the parliament topless. Or if at a press conference, she used a black leather whip to make a point during a presentation.

One political professor said he thought her candidacy is nonsense and should not be taken seriously.

But there are others who think she would “brighten the political process.”

Of course Cicciolina would brighten the political process. Take a short look at how Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura has brightened and sometimes shocked American politics. He has taken politics to a different level with his outspokenness and relation with media. Plus, he is one of few politicians would has his own likeness made into a bobblehead doll (great public relations if you ask me). This blonde self-proclaimed sex goddess could work to improve the governmental views on the working class, taxes and corruption in the political system.

But she’s not exactly saying what her political views are. Instead she is saying “I hope to bring bravery, sincerity and outspokenness to Hungarian politics and take the people’s problems to the parliament. My campaign is for real and I plan to make my parliamentary mandate a successful and genuine one.”

Sounds as though this 1980s porn princess is spending most of her time defending her bid and avoiding the actual issues. Just like a typical politician. And if you doubt it, just look at this country’s government.

For years, Hollywood entertainers have ran successfully and helped run the country. It’s only a matter of time before a porn star jumps into the political ring for the United States. After all, being a good politician is being a great performer, so it seems that porn stars are more than qualified for the position.

And who knows maybe instead of Debbie doing Dallas, she could go and do Washington.

Michelle Kann is a senior in journalism and mass communication from Garnavillo. She is the newsroom managing editor of the Daily.