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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “100 bucks and a Mars bar” is a rare card of the French Politics pack, number 83 of the collection, and the 78th best-known meme of its 127 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “100 bucks and a Mars bar” meme mean?
This phrase mocks the supposed generosity of a power structure that discards its opponents or collaborators with crumbs. It transposes the injustice suffered by youth (insufficient student aid) onto political elites. The dominant emotion is derision towards perceived hypocrisy: chasing someone away while offering them a symbolic hundred euros and a chocolate bar, implying they are worth no more.
Where does the “100 bucks and a Mars bar” meme come from?
The quote originates from a real speech by Louis Boyard, a Member of Parliament for La France Insoumise, during the debate on the 2024 finance bill. The specific parliamentary context was Friday, November 3, 2023, at the National Assembly in Paris. Boyard directly addressed the sitting government using a stinging analogy: if ministers are fired, they will suffer the same fate as students receiving limited social aid. "100 bucks" refers familiarly to one hundred euros, while "a Mars" refers to the famous chocolate bar. This combination creates a comedic contrast between the gravity of ministerial functions and the poverty of the symbolic gift. Virality stemmed from the relevance of the parallel drawn between two social categories often opposed in public discourse, turning a legal argument into a memorable punchline.
- November 3, 2023Louis Boyard delivers the quote during the budget debate at the National Assembly.
How to use the “100 bucks and a Mars bar” meme
- Share the quote on social media to criticize a government decision perceived as unfair to ordinary citizens.
- Use the image or phrase in comments under articles about student precariousness to highlight the lack of allocated resources.
- Employ this sarcastic formula to evoke the humiliating departure of a leader or collaborator after a scandal.
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The “100 bucks and a Mars bar” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | French Politics pack |
| Fame | 72/100 · #78 of 127 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “100 bucks and a Mars bar” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; 100 bucks and a Mars bar comes out of the French Politics pack 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 0.8%, 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
Who is Louis Boyard?
Louis Boyard is a French politician and MP for La France Insoumise. He is known for his direct style and sharp interventions against the ruling government.
What does 100 bucks mean?
In familiar French slang, "100 bucks" simply means one hundred euros. It is a common expression used to refer to a modest sum of money.
Where does the 100 bucks and a Mars meme come from?
The meme originates from an official speech given at the National Assembly on November 3, 2023, by MP Louis Boyard during the budget examination.
Why Mars bar?
The Mars chocolate bar is used here as a symbol of a cheap and trivial gift. It illustrates the idea of a ridiculous compensation offered to people leaving their positions.
How do I get the 100 bucks and a Mars bar meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “100 bucks and a Mars bar” is a rare card of the French Politics 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 100 bucks and a Mars bar card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: [PDF] Séances du vendredi 3 novembre 2023 - Assemblée nationale · Les interventions de Louis Boyard : Projet de loi de finances pour 2024 - NosDéputés.fr · FindThatMeme - The Meme Search Engine · checked on October 8, 2026.
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