Ksenia Sobchak is running for President, and Katia Gordon fighting for the rights of mothers, the remaining children after the divorce. “StarHit” gathered a top list of the brightest celebrities who seek power.

In modern Russia, women are more likely to try themselves in occupations that were previously considered masculine. So, every year in the State Duma is becoming more and more seats, which occupy the fair sex. They participate in drafting laws and put forward proposals that can change the position of women and her rights in our country. “StarHit” has collected stories of the brightest celebrities who have tried their hand at politics.

IRINA KHAKAMADA

Khakamada is perhaps the most famous woman involved in politics in Russia. The daughter of a Japanese Communist and an English teacher first showed interest in the work of the state apparatus in 1984, when he joined the party of the Communist party.

From 1993 to 2003, she was elected to the State Duma, first from the Party of Economic Freedom, and then from the Union of Right Forces.

Now Irina Khakamada part of the Union under the President on development of civil society and human rights. She is known not only as a politician but also as a writer, presenter, speaker. Workshops women are very popular, and occasionally she visits with them major cities of Russia.

Irina mutsuovna and is known for its social activities. In particular, Khakamada insisted on a proper attitude towards people with disabilities. Star policy has a daughter Maria, who suffers from down syndrome.

“We must teach our children common deep attention to each person, to learn not to despise the man’s features, but rather to understand that in every man there is God and something is not you. It’s hard, but kids get in schools where all learning is mixed, even children with normal development become better and kinder. We need to develop the thematic circles and societies, involving different children, both with special needs and without, so they can find friends and even a couple”, – informed opinions Khakamada.

KSENIA SOBCHAK

Xenia had all the chances to become a famous politician. The future star was born in a family lawyer Anatoly Sobchak and historian Ludmila Narusova. When she was ten years old, her father became the mayor of St. Petersburg and held this post until 1996.

The potential candidate for presidents of the Russian Federation she graduated from MGIMO with a degree a political scientist, but then started to develop a television career.

Because of the participation of Xenia in the project “Dom-2” and “Blonde in chocolate” very few people could assume that Sobchak in the end decide to associate with the policy.

However, in 2012 the TV presenter was a member of the Coordination Council of Russian opposition. On the barricades, she met with her future husband Maxim Vitorgan.

18 Oct 2017 Sobchak said about participation in the presidential elections in 2018 as a candidate.

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“I’m Ksenia Sobchak, I am 35 years old, all my life, I live and work in Russia, and I do not care what will become of my country. I am responsible for any action in the field of society, and, realizing the risks and the incredible complexity of this task, I decided that my participation in the presidential elections can indeed be a step towards much-needed in our country reforms,” said the star official address.

Many fans of Xenia agree with her political stance, acknowledging that the image of the presenter has changed markedly over the last ten years. According to them, Sobchak has long ceased to be a brawler and is now having a wonderful education and experience of communication with representatives of government, able to become head of state.

KATYA GORDON

The nomination of well-known journalist and lawyer in the presidential election was a big surprise for fans of Gordon. Earlier the young woman had not shown much interest in politics, but now her fans are sure that Catherine will be able to compete with Ksenia Sobchak.

According to Gordon, she will be the only candidate who does not belong to any party. In an official statement, dated October 30, 2017 it is noted that Catherine will be primarily fighting for the rights of women and children.

Kate Gordon is going to participate in presidential elections

“My name is Kate Gordon, I am 37 years old, and I decided to exercise his right to nominate his candidacy for President of the Russian Federation. I might be the only candidate, inconsistent with the administration of the President of the Russian Federation. I am the mother of two children, a journalist with years of experience, I established a private law firm and for the fifth year engaged in the protection of the rights of women and children,” said Gordon.

Katya is now actively preparing a campaign. She’s serious and is already contemplating the introduction of the most significant bills in the event of his election.

MARIA MAKSAKOVA

Famous Opera diva began to conquer the world of politics in early 2010. She was elected to the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation of the VI convocation in 2011.

Until October 2016 Maria took an active part in the work of the government. However, in December of that year Maksakova with her husband Denis by Voronenkova left Russia.

For several months Mary and her partner gave a lot of provocative interview concerning devices, and then the political situation in Russia. 23 Mar 2017 Voronenkov was shot in the center of Kiev.

“It’s a shock and a personal tragedy”: the reaction Maksakova on the murder Boronenkov

The next seven months the Prosecutor General of Ukraine tried to find out who was the customer of a crime. The results of the investigation, the prosecution has charged the ex-husband Maksakova, Vladimir Tyurin. This news came as a complete surprise to the Opera diva.

“I am extremely grateful to the investigators for their work and support of all concerned. Life is worth to fight for truth and against evil, because otherwise we allow scum impunity and permissiveness”, – said the artist in an official statement.

Now Mary lives in Ukraine. In mid-February 2017 a young woman was expelled from the party “United Russia”.

MARIA KOZHEVNIKOVA

For long time fans perceived only as Maria Kozhevnikov Alia from the TV series “Univer”. However, the ambitious actress was constricted by the frivolous roles.

That’s why in 2011 she joined the “Young guard of United Russia”. In December 2011, the star was elected was elected as the Deputy of the State Duma of the VI convocation. It Kozhevnikova was one of the initiators of the amendments to the draft law on the protection of intellectual property rights.

Post in the State Duma, the actress held until 2016. bringing up three sons, as well as playing in theater and cinema. In Instagram artist shares his views and also discusses the household and socio-political issues

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Being in politics has not only affected the views of Mary but for her attitude towards acting. Now, the young woman carefully selects roles, giving preference to serious roles.

MARIA ZAKHAROVA

Maria Zakharova holds the post of Director of information and press of the Ministry of foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, being one of the most attractive women politicians in the world. She gained fame among the General public due to active usage of social networks.

Many fans of Zakharova believe that it represents the new face of politics, a man who is truly close to the people and ready to communicate with the audience in plain language.

Father Zakharova was also a diplomat, in particular, held the post of Secretary of the Russian Embassy in China. Mary received an excellent education, graduating from the journalism Department of MGIMO. Now the woman manages not only to engage in political activity, but also to educate a seven year old daughter Mariana.

In Instagram Zakharov shares his often provocative images, while not forgetting to tell about the working time.

“A couple of months ago I came home late. Very late. Tired of waiting for my daughter asked the question of the century: “And you Putin shook his hand?”.”No,” I replied. “I thought that stings” – disappointedly said Mariana Andreevna. And here on January 26. As a child at home to talk. And let him try again the soup is not to eat” – a young woman with characteristic irony told about the award her the order of Friendship.

SVETLANA KHORKINA

Svetlana Khorkina became famous as a talented athlete. Since 1992, she entered the national team of Russia in gymnastics. For the execution of complex combinations received unofficial title of “Queen of bars”.

After retiring from professional sport, Svetlana decided to connect the life with the policy. In 2007 she was elected a Deputy of the State Duma of the V convocation. In 2012, Khorkina received the appointment to the post of assistant control Directorate of the President of the Russian Federation.

In addition to political activity, Svetlana is actively involved in nurturing the new generation of talented athletes. She is Vice-President of Federation of sports gymnastics of Russia.

Khorkina raising 12-year-old son Svyatoslav, preferring not to dwell on his personal life. A young woman is actively engaged in social networking, but only shares information about work activities.