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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Traitors Left and Right” is a common card of the French Politics pack, number 119 of the collection, and the 112th 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 “Traitors Left and Right” meme mean?
The phrase expresses political betrayal or ideological abandonment. It is used to label people who drastically switch sides or beliefs, often viewed as opportunistic. The tone highlights hypocrisy or disloyalty to previous ideologies in favor of a new political alignment.
Where does the “Traitors Left and Right” meme come from?
The statement comes from an interview given by Rachida Dati to the France Inter show “Les Matins” on June 21, 2021. During this broadcast, the former minister analyzed the makeup of President Emmanuel Macron’s party. She claimed that this movement consisted mainly of “traitors from the left” originating from the Socialist Party and “traitors from the right” coming from The Republicans. This declaration suggested that Macron’s project was built on ideological desertion rather than new convictions. The audio clip resurfaced significantly during her appointment as Minister of Culture in January 2024, reigniting debates about her shifting political allegiances.
How to use the “Traitors Left and Right” meme
- Use the quote to criticize a colleague who suddenly changes their mind on a major project.
- Comment on an article about a politician who joined a new party after denouncing their previous values.
- Illustrate a situation where a friend betrays a social group’s trust to join a different circle.
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The “Traitors Left and Right” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | French Politics pack |
| Fame | 50/100 · #112 of 127 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Traitors Left and Right” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Traitors Left and Right comes out of the French Politics 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 0.8%, 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 said traitors left and right?
This is Rachida Dati, a former French minister, who made this statement during a radio interview.
What is the context of Rachida Dati's quote?
She was analyzing the political composition of La République En Marche, accusing members of coming from other parties without own convictions.
What does it mean to be a traitor from the left or right?
It refers to a politician who left their original ideological camp to join Macron’s side, seen as a betrayal.
How do I get the Traitors Left and Right meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Traitors Left and Right” is a common 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 Traitors Left and Right card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: “Traîtres de gauche, traîtres de droite”: quand Rachida Dati taclait la Macronie · Remaniement : «En Marche, c’est des traîtres», le top 8 des charges de Rachida Dati contre la macronie · Who is Elon Musk calling a ‘traitor’? | CNN · checked on October 8, 2026.
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