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Recently we scored an interview with porn-star-turned-political-candidate Melody Damayo. You may recall that Damayo, better known as “Mimi Miyagi,” is running for governor of Nevada — as a Republican, no less. MORE »

Last month, Wonkette enthusiastically endorsed Melody Damayo for governor of Nevada. Damayo, you may recall, is a former adult film actress, known to her fans as “Mimi Miyagi.” She’s now running — as a Republican — for the governorship of Nevada.

We are proud to report that we’ve scored an exclusive interview with Ms. Damayo. Here’s an excerpt:

Wonkette: Your path to political office is less than traditional — not many politicians have worked in the adult film industry. If elected, how would your experience in the adult film industry help you in your work as governor?

Damayo: It has given me much experience in dealing with the public, with a mature handling of patience. That is what many people in office I see especially [pay] heed to when dealing with vast numbers of people. PATIENCE.

We agree. Do you any idea of how much time can pass between takes?

Our full interview with Melody Damayo appears after the jump. We think you’ll be impressed by her thoughtful and articulate responses, just as we were.

Also, tonight Mimi will be appearing on The Situation with Tucker Carlson. It will air on MSNBC at 11 PM and again at 2 AM. Don’t miss it!

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Melody Damayo, a.k.a. “Mimi Miyagi.” Could she be America’s Cicciolina?

Following up on our earlier endorsement of Melody Damayo, we took a closer look at her campaign website. We obtained information that further underscores why Damayo is the right person to lead Nevada today.

* Her resume. Having served as a “webmistress,” Damayo has knowledge of the technology industry, a rapidly growing part of the Nevada economy. She has a strong law enforcement background, with certifications from the “Global School of Investigation” and “SCI.” And she’s a member of the NRA — that’s badass. She and Katy H. can go hunting together.

* Her biography. Damayo has the work ethic and perseverance that Nevada needs in its next governor:

Just a few weeks past her 18th birthday, she came across an ad for nude modeling and answered it. It was the beginning of her rise in the adult industry. Her journey was not without its challenges. When Mimi first started out in the industry, people told her repeatedly that there just wasn’t a market for Asian adult stars, but she refused to give up. Even though Mimi was always the least paid actress on the set, she struggled and continue knocking on studio producers doors. In the next 2 years, she became the most recognized Asian adult star around.

* Her platform. Her views on the issues are sensible and strong. You can check out some of them after the jump.

Come on, Nevada, you can do it. Lots of states have elected governors from non-traditional backgrounds. If California can elect Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Minnesota can elect Jesse Ventura, surely you can put Melody Damayo in the governor’s mansion!

Earlier: Official Wonkette Endorsement: Melody “Mimi Miyagi” Damayo

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Forget the major labor unions, or the big conservative Christian groups. The official Wonkette endorsement is fast becoming the gold standard among stamps of approval. And this afternoon, we’re pleased to bestow it upon Melody Damayo, the former adult film actress now running for governor of Nevada. MORE »