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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “See cows instead of Arabs” is a common card of the Memes FR pack, number 2973 of the collection, and the 753rd best-known meme of its 3494 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “See cows instead of Arabs” meme mean?
The expression conveys racial contempt disguised as a mere environmental preference. It implies that viewing cows is superior to seeing people of Arab descent, revealing deep xenophobic bias. Today, it is used to highlight populist extremes or ironically denounce social and ethnic preferences masked as humor, often referencing the founder of the National Front’s controversial remarks.
Where does the “See cows instead of Arabs” meme come from?
The quote comes from the documentary _Le Pen, le dernier combat_, directed by Thomas Raguet and aired on Public Sénat in April 2010. The film follows Jean-Marie Le Pen during his 2010 regional election campaign without voiceovers or direct interviews. In an undated segment, the politician explains to a *VSD* journalist why he bought a country house near Paris. He justifies it by wanting his children, originally from the 15th arrondissement of Paris, to “see cows instead of Arabs.” The clip remained obscure until August 2010, when it spread widely on YouTube and Dailymotion. Bruno Gollnisch tried to downplay its impact by calling it a “joke” on France Inter, while media labeled it racist.
- 2010Airing of the documentary _Le Pen, le dernier combat_ on Public Sénat in April.
- August 2010Viral spread of the excerpt on YouTube and Dailymotion platforms.
How to use the “See cows instead of Arabs” meme
- Share the video clip to illustrate exclusionary political discourse during an online debate.
- Quote the phrase in comments to denounce anti-immigration arguments presented as innocuous.
- Use the screenshot as a sarcastic reply to a remark deemed discriminatory.
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The “See cows instead of Arabs” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 2973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes FR pack |
| Fame | 50/100 · #753 of 3494 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @thelegend36250 |
How to get the “See cows instead of Arabs” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; See cows instead of Arabs comes out of the Memes FR 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.
The reprint of the “See cows instead of Arabs” card
The “See cows instead of Arabs” card was reprinted as Rare (No. 3,629). A reprint is the same meme printed again, with a number of its own and a higher rarity than its first printing, which was common. Its face reads “Reprinted card · Higher rarity”.
Every printing is dealt in the packs of the Memes FR pack, each at its own rarity: the higher it is, the rarer the card is to pull. Copies of the first printing already pulled stay as they are, and any printing counts toward completing a set.
MyMemeCards reprints a meme when it deserves more than the rarity of its first printing, such as a classic that became iconic after it came out: the reprint gives it a place among the most sought-after cards without taking anything from the players who already had it.
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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 see cows instead of Arabs mean?
It is a phrase by Jean-Marie Le Pen expressing rejection of Arab populations in favor of a rural environment considered purer.
Where does the quote see cows instead of Arabs come from?
It originates from the documentary _Le Pen, le dernier combat_ broadcast in 2010, recorded during his regional campaign.
Did Jean-Marie Le Pen say see cows instead of Arabs?
Yes, he utters these exact words to a VSD journalist in Thomas Raguet’s film.
Did Bruno Gollnisch defend Le Pen's phrase?
He called it a “joke” on France Inter to attempt to minimize its racist impact.
How do I get the See cows instead of Arabs meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “See cows instead of Arabs” is a common card of the Memes FR 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 See cows instead of Arabs card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Jean-Marie Le Pen : ses 7 meilleures répliques - Une Bonne Droite · www.gauchemip.org · spipRacisme, négationnisme, homophobie... Jean-Marie Le Pen dans ... · Le « détail », les « vaches »… Les pires punchlines de Jean-Marie Le Pen · checked on October 19, 2026.
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