Heads of state and government have used the occasion of conferences, official international missions or even political campaigns to demonstrate, often without reason, their dancing skills or lack thereof – Your conclusions
Admittedly, and without any irony, no politician seems to be able to dance with the style and grace of Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin, as evidenced by the leak of her infamous “wild party” video, but some are making honorable attempts. as it turns out.
In particular, in an if nothing else enjoyable tribute, Politico not only summarizes top moments where famous figures in world politics “throw it out” but also puts its own ratings.
As he also characteristically points out, heads of state and government have used the occasion of conferences, official international missions or even political campaigns to demonstrate, often without needing a reason, their dancing skills or lack thereof.
The conclusion is yours to make
Sana Marin
On a scale of 1 to 5, the Prime Minister of Finland would undoubtedly be the “top ten” of a dance jury.
In the leaked videos, the 36-year-old leader can be seen enthusiastically dancing to hits by Finnish stars Petri Nygård and Antti Tuisku.
Marin gave a recital with her moves and enthusiasm, so the Politico judges think she deserves a top score.
In any case, it is recalled that the way Marin danced was criticized by some Finns who argued that this behavior was inappropriate for a prime minister.
In fact, MP Miko Karna of the Center Party, which belongs to the governing coalition led by Marin, said in a message on Twitter that “it would be prudent” for the prime minister to “voluntarily undergo a drug test.”
Marin stated that she had consumed alcohol at that party, while denying that she had taken drugs or witnessed the use of drugs by persons attending the party.
Finland’s prime minister has said she wouldn’t mind taking a drug test after videos of her dancing at a party surfaced on social media, sparking rumors of drug use.
Theresa May
And since we’re talking about dancing, who can really forget British Prime Minister Theresa May’s epic “duo” with Abba’s Dancing Queen, on stage at the Tory Party conference in 2018, but also the “repeat” of the choreography (after great success of the first run) during a trip to Nairobi.
As Politico notes, it’s the famous “Maybot” move where you dance like another kind of awkward dancing robot—but you do it with confidence.
It is worth noting, however, that May’s dance is classified as a timeless and viral favorite, something that the politician herself probably realizes, not being related to it at all, since, as the American media observes, she has no problem giving “valuable dance tips” whenever ask her for them.
However, Politico rates it with 3/5 for, as it characterizes it at least, supposed spontaneity.
Boris Yeltsin
His supporters may even argue that the former Russian president was ahead of his time. So far ahead that he was dancing to ‘Gangnam Style’ before it was even written!
Specifically, in a 1996 election campaign, the former president of Russia, Boris Yeltsin, is depicted indulging in a dance figure that could well be described as an ancestor of the famous Korean choreography.
The resemblance is wildly striking. The intense hand movements, the movement of the shoulders, the incomparable style…
Yetchin scores an honest 3/5 for its innovation since who knows? He may actually have been Psy’s main source of inspiration 15 years later.
Morris Johnson
After we have opened the chapter “dancing with the (political) stars” and since we are talking about parties, of course the outgoing British Prime Minister Boris Johnson could not be missing from the list, who, if nothing else, recently proved that he “parties as much as anyone’… even in Downing Street.
Recent videos of his dance antics were recorded in late July, when he danced – literally and figuratively (it seems) Isaiah’s dance at his wedding party.
In any case, Simmons and Johnson could very well be a dancing couple, as snaps of them “rocking the dance floor” have been released from time to time, most notably their first dance to Neil Diamond’s ‘Sweet Caroline’, an unofficial anthem for England football fans, during the Euro 2020 tournament.
If nothing else, the couple must have a special love for this piece since Simmons’ name is, without its contraction, Caroline.
The Poltico jury, however, doesn’t seem particularly moved by the “tenderness of it” and gives Boris a 2/5 noting a lack of coordination.
Who knows; He may not be doing well in the blues, but considering that the outgoing prime minister has been spending his summer holidays in Evia lately, he might turn out to be a hidden talent in… Zeibeiko or Hassapiko.
Dmitry Medvedev
Dmitry Medvedev went viral in 2011 when a video posted on YouTube captured him belting out “American Boy” by Russian pop group Kombinaciya.
His movements even inspired the creation of the famous song “Do the Medvedev”.
In the video, the former Russian president jerks awkwardly from side to side and waves his hands…
His dancing is a bit stiff and clumsy, but it’s definitely better to watch him dance than hear him threaten you with nuclear annihilation.
Two out of two for Menvedev from Politico.
Emmanuel Macron
We don’t swear by a dancer award, but if there was a “why me oh my god” award, the French President would win it without question since, when we talk about dance, he probably gives a recital of embarrassment.
“I didn’t see this coming to me” he might comment in retrospect remembering “the shock” night of 2018 in Lagos when he was invited on stage by the Afrobeat musician Femi Kuti during an event in the framework of the visit. who probably put him on the track to honor him, but how could he know what harm they are doing to him in the end.
For Couti to give it all on the dance floor – Because who cares about him and the one who has the entire French President next to him on stage, and Macron “responds” with an awkward subdued brutality that is repeated since it is probably the only dance move he owns .
The French President is pictured standing awkwardly, beckoning and clapping his hands – presumably for them to come and save him from his shame.
Politico gives Macron a 2/2 rating, showing rather sympathy for his drama.
Donald Trump
Last and best (worst) but definitely stale, since we’re dancing anyway, who else? o Former President of the USA, Donald Trump.
When Donald Trump came down the Trump Tower escalator in 2015 to announce that he would run for president of the United States, he certainly didn’t think it would involve dancing with swords to a Saudi Arabian ceremonial.
Not to be outdone though, he’s not actually dancing with the sword but rather fake-waving it with style – what I’m pulling for a presidential chair – with complete disregard for timing or rhythm.
Politico gives him just one point because if nothing else, he may not have succeeded in making a career in the cinema – although he tried admirably – but with such dances he also becomes a public danger since he can mutilate or decapitate someone by mistake.
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