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Weird political science

Chris Kamler by Chris Kamler
August 2, 2024
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In the grand theater of politics, where every word is scrutinized and every gesture analyzed, the term “weird” has taken center stage in the current presidential race. It’s as if the candidates have collectively decided that the best way to describe their opponents is by channeling their inner middle schooler. And honestly, it’s kind of hilarious.

First, let’s talk about the word “weird” itself. It’s a wonderfully versatile term. It can mean anything from “slightly unusual” to “completely off the rails.” In the context of this presidential race, it seems to encompass everything from unconventional policy proposals to questionable fashion choices. One candidate’s penchant for wearing mismatched socks? Weird. Another’s habit of quoting obscure 19th-century poets in debates? Definitely weird. Intimacy with a sectional recliner? Absolutely weird.

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But the real fun begins when the candidates start using “weird” to describe each other. It’s like watching a reality TV show where the contestants are all vying for the title of “Most Normal.” One candidate might say, “My opponent’s stance on healthcare is just weird.” To which the opponent might retort, “Well, at least I don’t have a weird obsession with collecting antique spoons.” It’s a battle of the weirds, and we’re all just here for the popcorn. Personally, I do think there’s a little more “weird” on one side than the other.

Of course, the media has jumped on the “weird” bandwagon with gusto. Headlines scream about the latest “weird” behavior from the candidates, and pundits dissect every oddity with the fervor of a detective solving a mystery. Reframed with a “weird” prism, all of this idol worship on the right — the face painting, the images of Donald Trump as Jesus, the obsession with what others do in the bedroom. All weird behavior. It took Joe Biden to drop out and a fresh voice to come forward and just like that – the bubble popped. These folks are acting weird.

Social media, naturally, has turned “weird” into a meme. GIFs of candidates doing anything remotely unusual are shared with captions like “When you realize your opponent is just…weird.” TikTok is flooded with parody videos of candidates engaging in bizarre activities, set to catchy tunes. It’s a weirdness arms race, and the internet is the ultimate judge.

But let’s not forget the voters. They’re the ones who ultimately have to decide which brand of weirdness they’re willing to tolerate in the highest office of the land. Some lean into the weird, seeing it as a refreshing change from the usual political rhetoric. Others are more skeptical, wondering if “weird” is just a euphemism for “unqualified.” It’s a tough call, and one that will undoubtedly lead to some interesting conversations at the dinner table.

In the end, the term “weird” has become a sort of Rorschach test for the electorate. What one person sees as endearing eccentricity, another might view as a red flag. And perhaps that’s the beauty of it. In a race where every candidate is trying to stand out, being labeled “weird” might just be the ultimate compliment. After all, in a world where normal is often synonymous with boring, a little weirdness might be exactly what we need.

So, as the presidential race heats up and the weirdness continues to unfold, let’s embrace the absurdity. Use your own barometer on what is “weird” or not. And let’s see how many red flags you can spot before November. One thing is certain… The next 100 days are going to be weirder.

(Get weird with Chris Kamler on Twitter, where he sometimes goes full weird as @TheFakeNed)

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Chris Kamler

Chris Kamler

Chris Kamler is a cybersecurity architect by day, and pain in the ass by night.

He is a twice-published author, and has over 500 columns with The Landmark under his belt. Chris is a lifelong Northlander with a son and dog.

You can reach him on most of the social networks as Chris Kamler or TheFakeNed.

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