Political Candidate's Past as a Male Stripper

Former-Democratic Candidate for Arkansas lieutenant governor once went by the name of "Metro Express"

John Burkhalter campaigning with his family

Although he doesn't look like it now, John Burkhalter used to strip for ladies on the side. Apparently, this little fact did not stop him from running for political office. He lost against Republican candidate, Tim Griffin, but at least the media blast him for his salacious past.

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Apparently, stripping doesn't quite hurt your political chances so much. So there's no need to be discouraged for you strippers who plan to run for office one day.