Sign up to receive GPB Event announcements via Email. When Republican Rep. Bill Posey of Florida ended an Oct. 21 House floor speech with a fist pump and the phrase 'Let's go, Brandon!' it may have seemed cryptic and weird to many who were listening. [39] The song first went viral on TikTok before rising to number one on the iTunes Store Top Hip-Hop/Rap Songs list, and number two on the platform's Top Songs list, on October 18, 2021. ", Veteran Republican ad maker Jim Innocenzi told the Associated Press he had no qualms about the coded crudity, calling it "hilarious.". [40][41][42] Alexander's song reached number 38 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the week of November 6, 2021. And Southwest said in a statement after its pilot used the phrase that the airline takes pride in providing a welcoming, comfortable, and respectful environment and that behavior from any individual that is divisive or offensive is not condoned.. Last week, Bidens motorcade drove past a Lets Go Brandon banner as the president passed through Plainfield, New Jersey. A supporter of former U.S. President Donald Trump displays a "Let's Go Brandon" hat before a campaign event for Terry McAuliffe, Democratic gubernatorial candidate for Virginia, in Arlington, Virginia, U.S., on Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021. Loud chants of "Fuck Joe Biden . A portion of the U.S. was already angry before the Brandon moment, believing the 2020 presidential election was rigged despite a mountain of evidence to the contrary, which has stood the test of recounts and court cases. We won't be around the bush, it actually means "F*** Joe Biden". Get breaking news alerts in the free FOX5NY News app! Retailers such as Culper Precision and My Southern Tactical are selling AR-15 magazines printed with the words Lets Go Brandon., It's been embraced by Republican politicians, NBC News national security and intelligence correspondent Ken Dilanian said on TODAY. Lawmakers, musicians, politicians Sens. It's an in-joke, a wink and a nod for elected politicians and supporters to share andsay "hey, I'm a part of the team". "Let's go Brandon!" is a rallying cry for the right. On Friday night, a Southwest Airlines pilot allegedly said "Let's go Brandon" over the plane intercom, causing a stir on board and prompting an investigation by the airline. FLORIDA MAN FACES FINES FOR MASSIVE 'LET'S GO BRANDON' SIGN, Veteran GOP ad maker Jim Innocenzi had no qualms about the coded crudity, calling it "hilarious. There was no TikTok. Brandon is the embodiment of the new American dream, where everything's free, but everyone is still angry. All Rights Reserved. Your support makes this possible. . Two protesters dropped the euphemism entirely, holding up hand-drawn signs with the profanity. [6] Similar anti-Biden chants took place during the September 2021 Ryder Cup. They want you to help put America back where you found it and leave it the hell alone. The perceived media filter has also been a key component for the popularity of the Brandon meme. The phrase was spotted on T-shirts as well as a banner pulled by a plane at Donald Trump's rally at . ", Five ways this Supreme Court could change America, Xi Jinping is unveiling a new deputy - why it matters, US lawyer jailed for murdering wife and son, More US ammunition to boost depleted Ukraine stock, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. And as for the real Brandon, things haven't been so great. Sure, that response not the original chant was kind of funny in the moment, but to the right-wing movement, this episode did two not-so-funny things. Our goal is to create a safe and engaging place for users to connect over interests and passions. Green light, mandate like he's insane. The White House nor the Secret Service responded to NBC News' request for comment. In short, "Let's Go Brandon" is a way of saying "F*** Joe Biden." The meme was born after Brown had finished first at a NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama earlier this month. There's a difference between calls for violence and this sort of wink that the Let's Go, Brandon meme is. [57][58], The phrase has been used on bumper stickers supporting Brandon Presley, a Democratic candidate for Governor of Mississippi in 2023. Whether by mistake or as an intentional attempt to deflect from the swearing on live television, Ms Stavast told Mr Brown that the crowd was cheering him on with chants of "Let's go, Brandon". 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. And if you object and are taking it too seriously, go away., Meanwhile, Democratic leaders are against it. The phrase caught on as a euphemistic insult to the president, and it quickly began popping up everywhere. ", "How the Anti-Biden Song "Let's Go Brandon" Became a Shadow Smash", "How 'Let's go Brandon' became an anti-Biden conservative heckle", "NASCAR denounces 'Let's go, Brandon' conservative rally cry", "Southwest Airlines to investigate pilot's purported anti-Biden chant", "The anti-Biden 'let's go Brandon' chant made its way to a top video game streamer's channel", "Brandon Just Wants to Drive His Racecar", "Opinion: Three cheers for 'Let's Go Brandon, "Trump campaign sells 'Let's Go Brandon' T-shirts", "Gov. "Let's go, Brandon!" has become a popular refrain among US conservatives. (SOUNDBITE OF BRIAN BLADE SONG, "AFTER THE REVIVAL") Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR. A relaxed Mr Biden responded, "Let's go Brandon, I agree," and attempted to keep the conversation going. In order to improve our community experience, we are temporarily suspending article commenting. "[32], While President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were taking phone calls for NORAD's Santa tracker hotline on December 24, 2021, a caller ended his chat by saying, "Merry Christmas and let's go Brandon," to which President Biden smiled and responded, "Let's go Brandon, I agree. Politics Here's what 'Let's Go, Brandon' actually means and how it made its way to Congress. His mother wrote a book called Brandon Spots his Sign, and they later met Brandon Brown. Brandon Brown, a 28-year-old driver, had won his first Xfinity Series and was being interviewed by an NBC Sports reporter. It's a tongue-in-cheek reference to a postrace NASCAR interview on NBC Sports. Senator Chris Murphy, made posts referencing "Dark Brandon" on social media. McConnells press secretary retweeted a photo of the phrase on a construction sign in Virginia. The origin of this phenomenon is sad but also predictable,. Audible gasps from some passengers were heard. "We never fail to be horrified by some new outrage. Even the racism and vitriol to which former President Barack Obama was subjected was tempered in part because Twitter was relatively new. But that's not what these slogans are about. Some conservatives view Ms Stavast's attribution of the Biden chant as yet another example of the media covering up for and protecting Biden by downplaying what they view as the depth of the president's unpopularity. Initial use of the phrase in an interview with Brandon Brown. The commander-in-chief was ambushed during a feel-good holiday event with children when an Oregon parent participating remotely interjected "Let's go Brandon," a phrase that is code for an . And while that win his first career victory was huge, the team has long struggled for sponsorship and existing partners have not been marketing the driver since the slogan. SIMON: The original chant for which Let's Go, Brandon is - has become a euphemism - let me put it that way - is crude, but not violent. Let's Go Brandon is a euphemistic phrase used by critics of US President Joe Biden to mean "Fuck Joe Biden." On social media, the phrase is commonly used as the hashtag #LetsGoBrandon. [24] In a November 23, 2021, opinion piece for The Washington Post, Marc Thiessen, a former chief speechwriter for president George W. Bush, commented that the chant was tame compared to what has been said about other presidents. His Save America PAC now sells a $45 T-shirt featuring "Lets go Brandon" above an American flag. Chants of "Fuck Joe Biden" began during sporting events in early September 2021. It started at an Oct. 2 NASCAR race at the Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama. [10], On October 2, 2021, racing driver Brandon Brown was being interviewed by NBC Sports reporter Kelli Stavast at the Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama, following his victory in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Sparks 300 race which was shortened due to darkness. Williams sued, with former Colorado Secretary of State Scott Gessler acting as his attorney. DeSantis trolls President Biden, will sign bills limiting vaccine mandates in Brandon, FL", "Lauren Boebert's 'Let's Go Brandon' Dress Screams Prom Villain", "Psaki Asked About Let's Go Brandon: I Don't Think Biden "Spends Much Time Focused On It Or Thinking About It", "Joe Biden Says He Agrees After Christmas Caller Tells Him 'Let's Go Brandon, "On Santa tracking call, Biden is told 'Let's go Brandon' and says he agrees", "Joe Biden Rips Fox News Hypocrisy, Mocks Low Polls, Praises Trevor Noah & Shows WHCD He Gets "Let's Go, Brandon! "Before the expansion of social media a few years ago, there wasnt an easily accessible public forum to shout your nastiest and darkest public opinions," said Matthew Delmont, a history professor at Dartmouth College. Brown, or the "real Brandon," drives for a short-staffed, underfunded NASCAR team owned by his father. And a group chanted "Let's go, Brandon" outside a Virginia park on Monday when Biden made an appearance on behalf of the Democratic candidate for governor, Terry McAuliffe. Read about our approach to external linking. It's chanted by people at political rallies. SIMON: Independent researcher Hampton Stall has looked into what's become this catchphrase. The obscene chant, and the Brandon slogan that arose from it, reflect the raw frustration of a political movement that three years ago controlled the presidency and both chamber of Congress but now are in the political wilderness. Weekly quiz: Which house are Harry and Meghan vacating? SIMON: But well, let me - I mean, you've been talking about conservatives. The phrase has also been used by multiple politicians, including Texas Gov. Jeff Duncan, a Republican congressman from South Carolina, also shared a photo wearing a mask with the viral phrase. It's a direct insult to Biden. A Lets Go Brandon sign appeared at a Boston College vs. Syracuse college football game in early November. As for Facebook, leaked company documents have recently revealed how the platform increasingly ignored hate speech and misinformation and allowed it to proliferate. "But it's done with a little bit of a class. What does Let's Go Brandon mean? This past week, Bidens motorcade was driving past a "Lets Go Brandon" banner as the president passed through Plainfield, New Jersey. "But its done with a little bit of a class. DeSantis explains origins of 'Let's go, Brandon' Speaking in West Palm on Wednesday, Nov. 3, Florida Gov. All, all, all, we the people, we the people. [62] The term is often used when Biden "goes on the offensive". has become a popular refrain among US conservatives. Please consider making a gift today to support this vital public service. You can find it on T-shirts. Sen. Mitch McConnells press secretary retweeted a photo of the phrase on a construction sign in Virginia. Brandon Brown, a 28-year-old driver, had won his first Xfinity Series and was being interviewed by an NBC Sports reporter. Read about our approach to external linking. As for Facebook, leaked company documents have recently revealed how the platform increasingly ignored hate speech and misinformation and allowed it to proliferate. If you aren't already familiar with the topic, "Let's go Brandon" has become the favored chant of conservatives across the country a purportedly non-vulgar way of saying "F--k Joe Biden." In . Here's what 'Let's Go, Brandon' actually means and how it made its way to Congress. In the video, the crowd behind him is chanting "f*** Joe Biden" however, the NBC reporter is claiming the chant is "let's go Brandon," which has since been referred to as a form of damage control. Driver Brandon Brown was being interviewed by NBC Sports reporter Kelli Stavast as the crowd behind him chanted something difficult to make out. "F***Trump" graffiti still marks many an overpass in Washington, DC. This past week, Bidens motorcade was driving past a "Lets Go Brandon" banner as the president passed through Plainfield, New Jersey. Just this month, thanks to Joe Biden. Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold denied Williams' request under the reasoning that "Let's go Brandon" is a slogan and not a nickname. The line has become conservative code for something far more vulgar: "F--- Joe Biden." Even former US President Donald Trump is selling Lets Go Brandon T-shirts and caps from his Save America store. One message to supporters reads, "#FJB or LETS GO BRANDON? Earlier this week, a video from a NASCAR race at Alabama's Talladega Superspeedway went viral on social media after a reporter claimed the crowd were chanting 'Let's go Brandon!' when they were actually shouting 'F*** Joe Biden.'. Video'Trump or bust' - grassroots Republicans are still loyal, Why Trudeau is facing calls for a public inquiry. The donations go towards the Save America PAC, essentially Trump's fundraising arm while he's not officially running for office. "Let's go, Brandon!" Texas Republican Senator Ted Cruz mentioned it on a conservative podcast, calling it "one of the funniest things I've ever seen". [47][48], In early November, the right-wing[49] crypto coin LGBcoin (LGB) began trading,[50] and on December 30, 2021, LGBcoin announced that it would be sponsoring Brandon Brown's Brandonbilt Motorsports for the 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series season. "The most successful memes often consolidate various grievances of a particular community into one picture that speaks a thousand words. Comedians issued apologies for photo shoots holding a prop of his bloody, severed head. But its hidden G-rated camouflage has sparked others to use the saying more than the original expletive-laced chant at the NASCAR crowd. [20] He planned to ignore the phrase, but later worried that his silence was perceived as a tacit endorsement of the sentiment. It's become a euphemistic insult to the president and has spread widely on social media. Then Ken. At a Chicago airport, a man tricked an airline worker into saying the phrase "Let's Go Brandon!" through the paging system. And I think that's probably fair. Southwest said in a statement that the airline "takes pride in providing a welcoming, comfortable, and respectful environment" and that "behavior from any individual that is divisive or offensive is not condoned. Ms Stavast and NBC Sports have not commented on her inaccurate portrayal of the chant. [20] In October 2021, Brown's Brandonbilt Motorsports team was struggling to acquire sponsorship, as companies were hesitant to support him due to his indirect association with the chant and its political undertones. And that really worries law enforcement officials.. "[23], On November 20, 2021, the editorial board of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette said that the chant "reveals a moral bankruptcy of those who chant it even in church". NASCAR later sought to distance itself from the phrase. It's a recurring meme on right-wing social media websites. Instead, they showed a slogan that's become popular with critics of President Biden. Fact check:False claim that 'Let's go Brandon' chant was classified as hate speech, Fact check:Image of cargo ships spelling out 'Let's go Brandon' originated as satire, It's a direct insult to Biden. And if you object and are taking it too seriously, go away. "But its done with a little bit of a class. Why is that? And so, "Let's go, Brandon" went viral as an internet meme. Jim Lamon, a Republican candidate for Senate in Arizona, has a new television advertisement that employs the slogan "Let's go, Brandon." His campaign says it is spending $1 million to air. And a group chanted "Let's go, Brandon" outside a Virginia park on Monday when Biden made an appearance on behalf of the Democratic candidate for governor, Terry McAuliffe. The clip took off online, and the "Let's Go Brandon" meme was born. Thomas Jefferson and Andrew Jackson were the subject of poems that leaned into racist tropes and allegations of bigamy. ", "Unless you are living in a cave, you know what it means," he said. George WBush had a shoe thrown in his face. "Let's Go Brandon" is a political slogan and Internet meme used as a substitute for the phrase "Fuck Joe Biden" in reference to Joe Biden, the 46th and current president of the United States. But it became increasingly clear they were saying: "F--- Joe Biden.". Michael Pack is nearing the close of his turbulent tenure as CEO of the parent agency to the Voice of America. Tennessee becomes first state to ban drag shows on public property, Amazon delays construction on second phase of HQ2 in Arlington, Cocktails lead beer as the nation's most money making alcoholic beverage. On Friday morning on a Southwest flight from Houston to Albuquerque, the pilot signed off his greeting over the public address system with the phrase, to audible gasps from some passengers. An autistic eight years old boy named Brandon Brundidge had seen signs with the "Let's Go, Brandon" phrase on a spring break trip to Houston in March. The "Let's go Brandon" chant dates to an Oct. 2 trackside interview, conducted by an NBC Sports reporter with NASCAR driver Brandon Brown after he won a race. Brown himself later told The New York Times, "I have zero desire to be involved in politics.". [13] On October 27, iTunes had different "Let's Go Brandon" recordings at numbers one, two,[45] four and eight. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn, and work. The reporter suggested they were chanting "Lets go, Brandon" to cheer the driver. The biggest difference, though, between the sentiments hurled at the Grover Clevelands of yore and modern politicians is the amplification they get on social media. And while that win his first career victory was huge for him, the team has long struggled for sponsorship and existing partners have not been marketing the driver since the slogan. But search engines and moderators would be capable of catching it. [2][14], Conservative commentators Ben Shapiro and Tomi Lahren spread the phrase via Twitter. While in office, Trump was subjected to as many mean nicknames as he dished out. Initially, Thiessen was not a fan of the chant, but concluded his comments with, "it is a perfectly harmless and humorous way for Americans to express their frustration at a flailing and failing presidency. It is found on billboards, coffee mugs, T-shirts, face masks, Halloween costumes, and even used as a sign-off to political speeches. Associated Press writers Aamer Madhani, Mary Clare Jalonick, Brian Slodysko and Will Weissert in Washington and Jenna Fryer in Charlotte, N.C., contributed to this report. [29][30][31], On November 12, 2021, when asked about Biden's views regarding the phrase, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki responded, "I don't think he spends much time focused on it or thinking about it. it may have seemed cryptic and weird to many who were listening. [26] He attributed the popularity of the phrase to frustration with Biden's "disastrous policies", including his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and the southern border. NBC reporter Kelli Stavast was interviewing the winner, driver Brandon Brown, when members of the crowd in the grandstand behind them began chanting an obscenity directed at the president. Thank you so much for being with us. Bill Clinton was criticised so frequently, his most vocal critics were labelled the "Clinton crazies." On a Southwest flight from Houston to Albuquerque, the pilot signed off his greeting over the public address system with the phrase, to audible gasps from some passengers. [56], In 2022, a then-nine-year-old autistic boy named Brandon Brundidge saw a sign with the phrase and, not knowing the political meaning, assumed that they were supporting him. AirPods are at the lowest price ever on Amazon! [49], After the president fell off his bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware in June 2022, a Google Maps user listed the spot as a historical landmark on Google maps named Brandon Falls. The phrase has been used in right-wing circles for nearly a year now - and has even been used by high-profile. Tom Williams / CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images. The . 1 slot on the iTunes hip hop chart . WASHINGTON - When Republican Rep. Bill Posey of Florida ended an Oct. 21 House floor speech with a fist pump and the phrase "Lets go, Brandon!" And while that win his first career victory was huge for him, the team has long struggled for sponsorship and existing partners have not been marketing the driver since the slogan. On October 2, 2021, at a NASCAR race in Alabama, a driver named Brandon Brown won his first Xfinity Series. It started at an Oct. 2 NASCAR race at the Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama. The perfect tummy control bodysuit, a popcorn gadget, more bestsellers starting at $8. On Friday night, a Southwest Airlines pilot allegedly said "Let's go Brandon" over the plane intercom, causing a stir on board and prompting an investigation by the airline. Greg Abbott tweets anti-Biden phrase alongside clip from Breitbart interview", "GOP Lawmaker Wears 'Let's Go Brandon' Mask on House Floor in Barely Veiled Swipe at President Biden", "Florida Gov. Here's how these three words have quickly become an anti-Biden meme among conservatives. A viral video from a Southwest flight from Houston to Albuquerque showed the pilot signingoff his greeting over the public address system with the phrase. The vulgar word directed at Joe Biden was clearly picked up on the broadcast's audio. Arizona Republican Senate candidate Jim Lamon invoked the anti-Biden phrase "Let's go, Brandon" in a campaign ad released on Monday. The shocking legacy of the Dutch 'Hunger Winter', Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty, 'Trump or bust' - grassroots Republicans are still loyal. Americans are accustomed to their leaders being publicly jeered, and former President Donald Trumps often-coarse language seemed to expand the boundaries of what counts as normal political speech. It's all the rage among Republicans wanting to prove their conservative credentials, a not-so-secret handshake that signals theyre in sync with the partys base. Standing up and standing tall. Addressing the heckler, Biden said: Throughout our history, Americas often made the greatest progress coming out of some of our darkest moments like youre hearing that bullhorn.. The line has become conservative code for something far more vulgar: "F- Joe Biden." United States, Copyright 2023, Georgia Public Broadcasting. "Let's go, Brandon" is becoming a rallying cry for the Republican base, filling as a stand-in for insulting President Joe Biden. Republican politicians wear masks with the phrase. His family. [54], In February 2022, the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in a lawsuit against Bitconnect that the Securities Act of 1933 extends to targeted solicitation using social media. He ended his speech by saying Americans want Democrats "to help put America back where you found it and leave it the hell alone. As the creator and distributor of conservative memes through his now-banned Twitter account for years, Donald Trump has a keen eye for what will catch on with his supporters. NASCAR's president said it does not want to be associated with the "Let's Go, Brandon," slogan which is code for a vulgar insult aimed at President Joe Biden. But what does Lets go, Brandon mean and why did the heckler shout it? Let's go Brandon. There are some who say that part of the popularity of this whole Lets Go Brandon thing comes from people who like using a code to basically troll Democrats. ", Trump hasnt missed the moment. The ad, which kicks off a six-figure ad campaign. Here's what it means, and how it came about. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Ron DeSantis refers to the Biden Administration as the Brandon Administration. As the crowd chants 'Let's go, Brandon,' the governor explains his version of the origins of the phrase. Who is Brandon, and why is the phrase Let's Go, Brandon being heard on the floor of Congress? A group chanted "Let's go, Brandon" outside a Virginia park when Biden made an appearance on behalf of the Democratic candidate for governor, Terry McAuliffe. There was no TikTok. [20] Brown took a more mixed stance in an op-ed for Newsweek, in which he said he was "not going to endorse anyone" or be silent about issues important to him. The phrase has been used in right-wing circles for nearly a year now - and has even been used by high-profile. She won the jackpot. Americans are accustomed to their leaders being publicly jeered, and former President Donald Trumps often-coarse language seemed to expand the boundaries of what counts as normal political speech. Lets go, Brandon is a code that Republicans use to insult Joe Biden. UNIDENTIFIED REPORTER #1: Well, it seems the Let's Go, Brandon momentum isn't dying down soon. Please follow our rules. On a Southwest flight from Houston to Albuquerque, the pilot signed off his greeting over the public address system with the phrase, to audible gasps from some passengers. [11] Later in 2021, a rapidly increasing number of national Republican politicians explicitly supported or referred to the phrase. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. A simple, three-word exhortation "Let's go, Brandon!" that started spreading like wildfire across social media in October of 2021. It was a live broadcast. Ron DeSantis refers to the Biden Administration as the 'Brandon Administration.' As the crowd chants 'Let's go, Brandon,' the governor explains his version of the origins of the phrase. Dredging crews uncover waste in seemingly clear waterways, In a city with a housing crisis, neighbours object to social housing, 'I don't have any money': Blind 98-year-old woman thought she'd have to sell her couch to pay Robodebt bill, How HECS debts became 'yet another way women have to fight' to gain parity with men, Tom Sizemore, Saving Private Ryan actor, dies aged 61, 'Heartbroken': Matildas midfielder suffers serious injury ahead of World Cup, NRL live: Bulldogs begin new era in clash with reborn Sea Eagles. "[25], Republican politicians have used the phrase publicly. [59], In mid-2022, the phrase was repurposed as "Dark Brandon", a comically menacing version of Biden used in memes by supporters of his presidency. But its done with a little bit of a class. Oliver Povey Olabolob And that's a whole bowl of wrong. After firings and claims of bias, staffers say they fear more damage on his way out. Separately, T-shirts are popping up in storefronts with the slogan and the NASCAR logo. Let's . Go Brandon, but we all know what the sayin' mean. ", "Congressional candidate sues to have "Let's Go Brandon" as a nickname on Colorado ballot", "Congressional candidate loses bid to go by 'Let's Go Brandon' on ballot", "Colorado Supreme Court says Lamborn challenger Dave Williams can't use 'Let's Go Brandon' on ballot", "Las Vegas rapper's song inspired by 'Let's go Brandon' meme, skyrockets on iTunes", "#1 hip-hop song on iTunes chart, "Let's Go, Brandon" inspired by anti-Biden meme", "@RealBrysonGray's "Let's Go Brandon," featuring @Tyson_James_ & @realCCrump, debuts at No. The phrase began making the. [2] Texas Governor Greg Abbott used the phrase in an October 22 tweet. Fair warning for some coarse language, obviously. When the president visited a construction site in suburban Chicago a few weeks ago to promote his vaccinate-or-test mandate, protesters deployed both three-word phrases. The phrase Let's Go, Brandon was boosted all over the country. "All memes are basically designed to quickly make you feel like you are on the inside of a large body of ideas and community, without having to do any of the work.". The phrase "Let's go Brandon" is referring to a viral video of the NASCAR Racer. These are shibboleths, but barely hand gestures and certain flags and ways of signaling that are . ", "Unless you are living in a cave, you know what it means," he said. We the people. Just like "Lock Her Up" in 2016, "Let's Go Brandon" has taken root in an age of politics where memes often matter more than policies. He's the founder of MilitiaWatch. '"[3][11][16] It is unclear whether Stavast misunderstood the chant or whether she intentionally misquoted it; a reporter with the Associated Press said that the chant was "at first difficult to make out". HAMPTON STALL: It's good to be here. What does 'Let's Go Brandon', the latest phrase sweeping US politics, actually mean? But where did Lets go, Brandon come from? Atlanta, GA 30318 The issue was, the reporter interviewing Brown said they crowd was cheering for Brandon's win, but really they were chanting "F*** Joe Biden.". Boeing employee bought lottery ticket because it was at $747M, a nod to the aircraft. In conjunction with Posey and Abbott, South Carolina Republican Jeff Duncan wore a Lets Go Brandon face mask at the Capitol last week. But it was clear they were saying, (Expletive) Joe Biden.". Fox says the lawsuit threatens journalists' free speech.
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