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For the first time a transsexual woman is presented as a candidate for deputy in Mexico City
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Diana Barrios Sanchez is the first transsexual woman who aspires to occupy a seat in the Federal District Legislative Assembly, was recorded on Saturday as an aspiring candidate for that office.
The Century. In the offices of the Democratic Revolution Party (PRD), the applicant submitted the necessary documentation in order and time to register as a candidate to represent District 13.
With a dress with her party colors, yellow and black, wearing slippers, Sanchez Barrios, signed his name, and then proudly display the application for registration to the media.
Diana was accompanied by several followers, including the gay and lesbian community, who cheered out of the PRD headquarters of Durango Street and Acapulco.
Woman Becomes First Transsexual to Run for Office in Mexico
Notitas de Noticias
03 February, 2012
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Diana Sanchez Barrios, the first transsexual women to seek a seat in Mexico City's municipal assembly, says she is confident of winning.
"This isn't a matter of transsexuality but of capability, and I'm capable of legislating for all citizens - I'm ready to win and I know I'm going to win," she told Efe.
Ahh, you just have to LOVE that!
Go girl go, she seems competent and that's what should count.
Axélle