Dolly Parton Shares Confident Reason Why She'll Never Run For President

Though Dolly Parton recently expressed her discontent with politicians in her song "World on Fire," the country icon has made it clear that she has no intent to run for President of the United States.

"No. I don't think anybody could do a great job at that," the award-winning singer remarked, adding, "I think we've had enough 'b---s' in the White House. I would have no interest in politics."

Demonstrating her dedication to her art, Dolly was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and won 11 Grammys. This remarkable accomplishment speaks volumes about her commitment to success in music.

"I try to do my thing through my songs, through the way I accept people and try to make a difference."

Explaining further, the "Jolene" hitmaker outlined why running for President does not align with her qualifications.

"I'm not smart enough to be in politics, or maybe I'm too smart. Either way, I'm not qualified for that job," Dolly explained.

She added, "But I'm pretty qualified to do what I do, which is to point people in the right direction, to write about it in songs or speak about things."

Dolly Parton, who has opted not to pursue a leadership role, has instead chosen to share her art and philanthropic efforts with the world.

She expressed her feelings during an interview with Metro: "I like to think that everything I do is important, but my favorite thing is my Imagination Library, which I started in 1995 alongside my father - someone who was illiterate."

Dollywood Foundation

Dolly Parton's Dollywood Foundation has initiated a literacy program to benefit children from the US, UK, Australia, Ireland, and Canada.

By sending them one book per month from birth until school commencement, Parton aims to help these young minds learn how to read.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has given away over 200 million books, bringing families together and allowing children to get a head start in life.

Her dedication to the cause earned her the prestigious award of being the first female entertainer to be honored with the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy. She was proud of this impressive accomplishment, and rightly so.

Recalling her childhood in Sevier County, Tennessee, she had spoken to People about wanting to aid her hometown.

An incident with her father involving illiteracy was the motivating factor behind it. "It's something that has stuck with me since I was young," she explained. "That's why I started out this project, only for our county."

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