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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “#BernieMadeMeWhite” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 21959 of the collection, and the 227th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “#BernieMadeMeWhite” meme mean?
The meme expresses sharp irony regarding structural bias or journalistic blindness. By jokingly claiming their vote magically changed their race, creators highlighted the absurdity of ignoring the movement's actual diversity. It serves as a viral critique of the dominant media narrative.
Where does the “#BernieMadeMeWhite” meme come from?
The hashtag #BernieMadeMeWhite appeared on Twitter on March 27, 2016, created by Leslie Lee III, an American writer based in Japan. The trigger was an article by Chris Moody published by CNN after the March 26 caucuses in Washington, Hawaii, and Alaska. Moody described these states as 'largely white and rural,' ignoring that Hawaii is only 26.7% non-Hispanic white. Lee tweeted that winning Hawaii would magically make it a white state, then joked about binge-watching Friends since voting for Bernie. The tool pointed out the disconnect between demographic reality and the narrative focused on perceived all-white 'Bernie Bros.'
- 2016Creation of the hashtag by Leslie Lee III on Twitter on March 27 following a CNN article.
How to use the “#BernieMadeMeWhite” meme
- Share the hashtag during political debates to flag broad generalizations about the electorate.
- Use this ironic reference when a reporter consistently links minority groups to homogeneous rural areas.
- Employ this tag to visually criticize the invisibility of non-white supporters in news reports.
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The “#BernieMadeMeWhite” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 58/100 · #227 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “#BernieMadeMeWhite” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; #BernieMadeMeWhite comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does #BernieMadeMeWhite mean?
It is a satirical hashtag from 2016. It mocks media outlets that wrongly described Bernie Sanders' wins as coming exclusively from white and rural areas.
Who created #BernieMadeMeWhite?
The founding tweet comes from Leslie Lee III, an American writer living in Japan. He reacted directly to a factual error reported by CNN regarding election results.
Why did they use #BernieMadeMeWhite?
The author used this phrase to highlight the absurdity of claiming Hawaii becomes white after voting for Sanders. It critiques the media erasure of black voters.
Where does the hashtag Bernie Made Me White come from?
The source is a series of tweets posted on March 27, 2016. It followed an article by Chris Moody on CNN that ignored the actual demographic makeup of the states involved.
How do I get the #BernieMadeMeWhite meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “#BernieMadeMeWhite” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the #BernieMadeMeWhite card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Berniemademewhite · #BernieMadeMeWhite | Know Your Meme · #BernieMadeMeWhite: No, Bernie Sanders Isn't Just Winning With ... · checked on October 16, 2026.
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