Staff Reports
The Biden-Harris campaign seems to be competing for the title of the most chaotic circus in political history, and they’ve just added a new act. In an eyebrow-raising twist, a Democratic staffer announced a dual life that would make even the best soap operas envious. Meet Eric Lipka, the Biden campaign’s newly minted deputy press secretary for Pennsylvania, who also happens to perform in drag on weekends. Who knew political appointments came with a side of sequins and sass?
Lipka wasted no time in sharing his excitement about his new position on social media, but the real showstopper was his past—the dazzling persona of “Erotica the Drag Queen.” As if competing for a role in the next installment of the “Real Housewives,” Lipka displayed his talents not just in politics, but on the drag scene as well. With a bio that reads like a reality show audition tape, he has performed at various LGBTQ-friendly venues from Maryland to Rehoboth Beach. This isn’t just a side gig; it’s more like a second career.
The online uproar intensified when the conservative powerhouse Libs of TikTok got wind of Lipka’s weekend persona. This triggered a wave of social media activity, racking up over 1.5 million views, revealing that Lipka wasn’t shy about sharing his drag escapades. But in true political fashion, the Biden campaign seemed to act as if nothing was amiss until the spotlight became too bright. Just days after the news broke, Lipka’s social media accounts flipped from public to private faster than a magician’s assistant disappearing from the stage.
One wonders how the Biden camp manages to keep a straight face while defending Lipka’s unique qualifications as a deputy press secretary. They claimed to be “proud” of their diverse team, perhaps forgetting that diversity is, clearly, in the eye of the beholder. While the campaign touts Lipka’s skills in highlighting Trump’s supposed failings—like allegedly killing 275,000 jobs—critics might argue that Lipka’s true talents lie in selling out drag brunches.
In a world where politics often resembles a circus more than a statesman’s arena, it’s almost comical to watch these developments unfold. With Lipka’s penchant for dramatic performances, whether in a press conference or on stage in a sparkly gown, one can’t help but wonder if the Biden-Harris campaign is positioning itself as the poster child for political theater. As this saga unfolds, it leads to a singularly odd question: is this the new face of American politics or simply another over-the-top act in a never-ending show?
