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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Scumbag America” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21665 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 “Scumbag America” meme mean?
This visual uses the archetype of the scumbag to criticize the US itself. By placing the hat on the map, it suggests the country acts like a 'jerk': broken promises, diplomatic double-speak, or cultural scandals. It is a visual satire denouncing the gap between stated values and reality.
Where does the “Scumbag America” meme come from?
The card relies on the Advice Animal meme 'Scumbag Steve', based on a photo of Blake Boston taken in 2006 by his mother for the cover of the Beantown Mafia album *Ma Gangsta*. The image circulated on MySpace before being widely adopted on Reddit in January 2011. The specific 'Scumbag America' format has no identified creator or precise first publication date in documented archives. It logically follows the popularity of the isolated hat ('Scumbag Hat'), which became a reusable symbol for attributing selfish or hypocritical behavior to various entities, including political figures.
How to use the “Scumbag America” meme
- Use this image in a debate on foreign intervention to point out the inconsistency of official discourses.
- Post the map in response to a contradictory government announcement to express disbelief at the double standard.
- Include the visual in a thread criticizing social inequalities to illustrate the failure of American political promises.
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The “Scumbag America” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 66/100 · #31 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Scumbag America” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Scumbag America 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 Scumbag America meme mean?
It is a variation of the Scumbag Steve meme applied to the United States. It serves to criticize perceived hypocrisy in American politics or culture by associating the impostor symbol with the country's map.
Where did Scumbag America meme come from?
The image combines the US map with Scumbag Steve's hat. The latter comes from a 2006 photo of Blake Boston, which went viral on Reddit in 2011. The specific American variant has no single documented origin.
Who is Scumbag Steve?
Scumbag Steve is the name given to Blake Boston, whose photograph appears on the cover of the Beantown Mafia album *Ma Gangsta*. His cynical expression was adapted into an Advice Animal meme in 2011.
How do I get the Scumbag America meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Scumbag America” 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 Scumbag America card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: [Image - 571762] | Scumbag America · Scumbag Steve · Savoring time as the Internet's favorite punching bag · checked on October 14, 2026.
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