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“Is leftism bulletproof” meme: meaning, origin and common card

“Is leftism bulletproof?” is a controversial catchphrase stemming from a 2021 French political YouTube video.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 7 min read
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The “Is leftism bulletproof” meme, 2021

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Is leftism bulletproof” is a common card of the Cancel & Dramas pack, number 10 of the collection, and the 16th best-known meme of its 117 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Is leftism bulletproof” meme mean?

The phrase encapsulates political hostility and internet provocation within French media culture. Users quote it ironically or critically to highlight inflammatory content produced by online radicals. It is mainly used in debates to evoke the boundary between satire and actual political intimidation.

Where does the “Is leftism bulletproof” meme come from?

On Sunday, June 6, 2021, French far-right internet personality Papacito uploaded a twenty-minute video titled “Le gauchisme est-il pare-balles ?” to YouTube. Dressed in military fatigue alongside firearms creator Code-Reinho, he fired live rounds and stabbed a mannequin wearing a communist shirt, presented as a supporter of the left-wing party La France insoumise. Politician Jean-Luc Mélenchon swiftly condemned the act as an incitement to violence, whereas the creator claimed it was merely humorous. YouTube deleted the footage on June 7, 2021, turning the title into an enduring internet controversy.

  1. June 6, 2021Papacito uploads the shooting video alongside Code-Reinho on YouTube.
  2. June 7, 2021YouTube removes the clip following political outrage.

How to use the “Is leftism bulletproof” meme

  • Mocking hyper-aggressive political rhetoric observed in online comment sections.
  • Critiquing extreme provocations created by far-right digital influencers.
  • Referencing the 2021 French internet controversy surrounding weaponized political stunts.

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The “Is leftism bulletproof” card in MyMemeCards

Is leftism bulletproof? card
NumberNo. 010
RarityCommon
CollectionCancel & Dramas pack
Fame82/100 · #16 of 117
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Cancel & Dramas pack: 117 cards
  • Common4236%
  • Rare3429%
  • Epic2421%
  • Legendary1311%
  • Mythic32.6%
  • Full Art10.9%

How to get the “Is leftism bulletproof” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Is leftism bulletproof comes out of the Cancel & Dramas pack 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 Is leftism bulletproof refer to?

It refers to an infamous June 2021 YouTube video created by French influencer Papacito.

Why was the original video taken down?

YouTube deleted it following severe criticism from politicians like Jean-Luc Mélenchon over alleged incitement to violence.

Who participated in the video?

The video featured internet personality Papacito and firearms-focused creator Code-Reinho.

How do I get the Is leftism bulletproof meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Is leftism bulletproof” is a common card of the Cancel & Dramas pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Is leftism bulletproof card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: YouTube a mis 24h à supprimer une mise en scène de tirs sur des · Maire de Montjoi attaqué par Papacito: l'influenceur condamné à ... · Polémique. Qui est Papacito, que Mélenchon accuse de menaces de meurtre ? · checked on October 7, 2026.

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