Last Sunday’s Buzz Among Democratic Meme Makers
After President Biden made the surprising announcement of stepping down from his presidential campaign and endorsing Kamala Harris as his replacement, a wave of excitement swept through the Democratic meme-making community.
Minutes following the announcement, the group chat named “Rebel Alliance,” consisting of left-wing creators who bonded during the 2020 campaign, was abuzz with enthusiastic messages.
“All the progressive meme warriors are giddy right now,” shared John Sellers, a co-founder of The Other 98 Percent, a prominent left-wing Facebook page boasting 7.1 million followers, who actively participated in the chat.
Sellers mentioned, “There’s a genuine excitement about Ms. Harris among liberal creators, whereas with Biden we were trying to manufacture excitement from vapor.”
Undoubtedly, many Democrats are currently filled with fervor. Ms. Harris’s sudden ascent has triggered unprecedented fundraising, spurred hesitant donors into action, and invigorated the party’s base.
However, none seem to be more thrilled than the online creators and digital strategists of the internet’s political left. They specialize in crafting memes, videos, and shareable content, all aimed at bolstering Ms. Harris’s campaign for the November elections.
