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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Menacing Josh Romney” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21683 of the collection, and the 31st 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 “Menacing Josh Romney” meme mean?
This visual conveys fictional hostility or intense dominance. It transforms a neutral gaze into a humorous threat, often linked to pop culture references like Star Wars. The dominant emotion is one of oppressive yet comical presence, used to illustrate determined or scary attitudes in various online contexts.
Where does the “Menacing Josh Romney” meme come from?
The image comes from the second US presidential debate, aired on October 16, 2012. Josh Romney, sitting in the audience, stares at the scene while his father speaks about his 'binders full of women'. The first identified meme appeared on BuzzFeed Tumblr shortly after, captioned 'SOON', garnering over 53,200 notes in less than 48 hours. On October 17, 2012, a Reddit user named acore8604 posted a variant referencing Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. Virality spread to Tumblr, Twitter, and Quickmeme before being picked up by media outlets on October 18. Sources clarify that this menacing interpretation is purely comedic and does not reflect any real hostile intent from Josh Romney.
- October 16, 2012Capture of the image during the second US presidential debate.
- October 17, 2012Publication of the first viral variant on Tumblr and Reddit.
How to use the “Menacing Josh Romney” meme
- Use the image to comment on a situation where someone seems to be fixing their goal with extreme determination.
- Add the caption 'SOON' to ironically comment on a long wait or a delayed promise.
- Reference Star Wars to highlight an imminent confrontation between two opposing parties.
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The “Menacing Josh Romney” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 66/100 · #31 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Menacing Josh Romney” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Menacing Josh Romney comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a rare 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 10 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 the Menacing Josh Romney meme mean?
It refers to an image showing Josh Romney staring intensely at the camera, interpreted as threatening or possessed for humorous purposes.
Where does the Josh Romney image come from?
It originates from the second US presidential debate of 2012, aired on October 16, 2012.
Who created the first Menacing Josh Romney meme?
The first identified meme is attributed to BuzzFeed Tumblr, followed quickly by Reddit users.
How do I get the Menacing Josh Romney meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Menacing Josh Romney” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Menacing Josh Romney card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Know Your Meme · Menacing Josh Romney · Meet the Romneys: With Mitt on the ascent, media focuses on his ... · checked on October 14, 2026.
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