Drag Queens Blast Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony as a 'Perversion of the Faith'

Church Leaders and Politicians Join in Outcry Over Mockery of 'Last Supper'

Paris Olympics organizers have apologized to anyone who was offended by a tableau during Friday's opening ceremony evoking the Last Supper.

The scene, which featured dancers, drag queens, and a mostly naked figure covered in blue paint, has been decried by church leaders and politicians as a "perversion of the faith." In a statement, the Archdiocese of Paris said that the tableau was "a grave offense against the Christian faith and a mockery of the Last Supper."

The scene has also drawn criticism from politicians, including former U.S. presidential candidate Mike Huckabee. In a tweet, Huckabee called the tableau "a disgrace" and said that it was "an insult to Christians everywhere." Other politicians, including U.S. Senator Ted Cruz and U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, have also expressed their disapproval of the tableau.

Paris Olympic organizers have apologized for any offense caused by the tableau. In a statement, the organizers said that the tableau was intended to be a "celebration of diversity and inclusion" and that they "regret that it has been interpreted in a way that has caused pain to some people."

The controversy over the tableau has raised questions about the role of religion in the Olympics. Some argue that the Olympics is a secular event and should not be used to promote religious beliefs. Others argue that the Olympics is a global event and should be respectful of all religions.