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Humorous Self-Deprecation Skits - The ‘Inside Amy Schumer: Compliments’ Video Plays on I

Humorous Self-Deprecation Skits The ‘Inside Amy Schumer: Compliments’ Video Plays on I

The ‘Inside Amy Schumer: Compliments’ sketch on Comedy Central plays on the notion of people awkwardly using self-deprecation to put themselves down in the face of a compliment. Former SNL alum,... [More]

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Cheeky Pop Art Paintings - Antoine Tavaglione Paints In-Your-Face Works of Art

Cheeky Pop Art Paintings Antoine Tavaglione Paints In-Your-Face Works of Art

Antoine Tavaglione, also known as TAVA creates bold, in-your-face pieces of art inspired by vintage cartoons, politics and fashion and fads. Most of these vibrant creations look at dissecting... [More]

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Comically Controversial Clothes The 'Skreened' Obama Can't Ban These Guns Shirt Will Spark Debates

With recent gun control debates circling in the United States, this ‘Skreened’ Obama Can’t Ban These Guns shirt takes a humorous approach to a serious issue. This is not the first... [More]

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Ex-Governor Exploiting Billboards - Ashley Madison Calls Out Mark Sanford With Its Latest Ads

Ex-Governor Exploiting Billboards Ashley Madison Calls Out Mark Sanford With Its Latest Ads

Mark Sanford, the former governor of South Carolina, has had his share of issues with scandal in his personal life. Ashley Madison doesn’t get political unless there’s a romance scandal... [More]

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20 Speeches on the State of America - From Suspicious School Spending

20 Speeches on the State of America From Suspicious School Spending

These curated speeches discuss the state of America in terms of the economy, domestic and international politics, the environment, health care, globalization and society. Hearing from iconic leaders... [More]

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Effeminate Dictator Depictions - Artist Scott Scheidly Turns Notorious Leaders Into Gay Icons

Effeminate Dictator Depictions Artist Scott Scheidly Turns Notorious Leaders Into Gay Icons

Florida-based artist Scott Scheidly, has released this hilarious set of images entitled ‘Pink’ which turns notorious bad guys and leaders into effeminate gay icons. The hilarious... [More]

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Unorthodox Gun Control Ads The 'Mother's Demand Action' Group Compares the Danger of Books to Guns

Gun control in the United States is a hot topic amongst the general population as well as politicians. The most recent shooting at Sandy Hooks Elementary School has put the gun control debate at the... [More]

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Politician Mocking Condiments - The Margaret Thatcher Marmite Mock Up Product Design Divides Opinion

Politician Mocking Condiments The Margaret Thatcher Marmite Mock Up Product Design Divides Opinion

The Margaret Thatcher Marmite mock-up product design is sure to divide opinion, just like the Iron Lady herself. The political career of the late former British PM was shrouded in controversy, so it... [More]

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20 Keynotes on Politics and Social Media - From Democracy-Enabling Technology to Empowering Citizens

20 Keynotes on Politics and Social Media From Democracy-Enabling Technology to Empowering Citizens

Countless movements and cultural transformations were born during the digital age and perhaps one of the most influential is the relationship between politics and social media. Never before have... [More]

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Superstar Continent Claims The 'Celebrity Map of Africa' Examines the Good and Bad of Involvement

The Mother Jones created ‘Celebrity Map of Africa’ is an interactive new tool to view which celebrity has been (and “claimed”) which part of the continent. In light of recent... [More]

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The Impact of Cultural Demands - This Motivating Speech by Jeremy Heimans Talks Consumer Influence

The Impact of Cultural Demands This Motivating Speech by Jeremy Heimans Talks Consumer Influence

This motivating speech by Jeremy Heimans discusses the importance of consumer campaigns, and the impact it can have on the political spectrum if utilized correctly by the masses. Heimans explains... [More]

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Paper Presidential Portraits - The President Obama Cardboard Paper Sculpture is Ornately Beautiful

Paper Presidential Portraits The President Obama Cardboard Paper Sculpture is Ornately Beautiful

It never ceases to amaze me when I come across such beautiful pieces of art made entirely of paper and the President Obama Cardboard Paper Sculpture by Michael Murphy is no exception. The President... [More]

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The Impact of Social Movements - This Political Keynote by Jeremy Heimans Talks Obstacles to Change

The Impact of Social Movements This Political Keynote by Jeremy Heimans Talks Obstacles to Change

In this political keynote by Jeremy Heimans, he explains the significant impact that social movements can have on politics and how ordinary people from all over the globe can cause real change in... [More]

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Vibrantly Political Murals - Skurktur

Vibrantly Political Murals Skurktur's 3D Mural Art Gives a Vivid Image of Today's Society

Art and politics are often combined together to create wonderful works of art, and this rainbow 3D mural art by Norway-based design group Skurktur is no exception. The vibrantly colored... [More]

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Tonal Beverage Branding - South Lawn Beer Packaging Appeals with its Sophistication and Variety

Tonal Beverage Branding South Lawn Beer Packaging Appeals with its Sophistication and Variety

There is so much about South Lawn Beer packaging that makes the product look appealing. The concept was created as a sampler that will be given away at White House events, featuring a scrumptious... [More]

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Pop Culture Caricature Tees - Bill Money Clothing Redesigns the Celebrity T-Shirt Style

Pop Culture Caricature Tees Bill Money Clothing Redesigns the Celebrity T-Shirt Style

Making humorous statements about politics and pop culture, Bill Money Clothing is about revamping the celebrity t-shirt and putting its own spin on our media-driven lifestyles. Celebrities we see... [More]

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Scandalous Politician Self-Portraits - These Paintings Showcase George W. Bush in the Nude

Scandalous Politician Self-Portraits These Paintings Showcase George W. Bush in the Nude

Former U.S president George W. Bush’s computer was recently hacked by someone by the name of Guccifer, who subsequently revealed two self-portraits painted by none other than George himself.... [More]

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Amazon-Actualized Books - Ending the Depression Through Amazon by Bettina Schneebeli

Amazon-Actualized Books Ending the Depression Through Amazon by Bettina Schneebeli

Bettina Schneebeli has recreated the words of Bernhard London’s essay with her piece titled ‘Ending the Depression through Amazon.’ Her book delves into the the economic stipulations of data... [More]

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Eggcellent Carton-Made Airplanes - Charlotte Austen and Jack Munro Create a Model WWII Plane

Eggcellent Carton-Made Airplanes Charlotte Austen and Jack Munro Create a Model WWII Plane

Charlotte Austen and Jack Munro have done the unthinkable in creating a model WWII plane, specifically a Spitfire war plane, out of 6,500 egg cartons. Piecing this together was no easy task. It took... [More]

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R&B National Anthem Petitions - A Petition to Make an R Kelly Song the National Anthem

R&B National Anthem Petitions A Petition to Make an R Kelly Song the National Anthem

For better or worse, there is a current and legitimate national anthem petition going on to change the Star-Spangled Banner to R Kelly’s 2003 hit ‘Ignition (Remix).’ Of course, the... [More]

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Political Upbringing Infographics - This Chart Lists Facts About Leaders

Political Upbringing Infographics This Chart Lists Facts About Leaders' Humble Backgrounds

This infographic provides some valuable facts about the early stages of various world leaders, as well as icons who come from considerably humble backgrounds. The chart showcases where they were and... [More]

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Strongly Worded Statement Clothing - SSUR Has Collaborated with CLOT: Coco Made Them Do It

Strongly Worded Statement Clothing SSUR Has Collaborated with CLOT: Coco Made Them Do It

If you want your wardrobe to send a message, strongly worded clothing speaks for itself. SSUR Gutter Store powered by CLOT released their newest collection of garments which states, ” Coco... [More]

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Embellished Dollar Jewelry - This Example of Lauren Vanessa Tickle Art Turns Dollars into Brooches

Embellished Dollar Jewelry This Example of Lauren Vanessa Tickle Art Turns Dollars into Brooches

Take a closer look at this Lauren Vanessa Tickle art and you’ll realize that these elegant brooches are actually made from spliced up dollar bills. The American designer aims to re-imagine the... [More]

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Anti-Government Rebel Infographics - This Government Infographic is All About Justice

Anti-Government Rebel Infographics This Government Infographic is All About Justice

In this government infographic, the top five ways Americans are bullied by the government are outlined. This infographic unsurprisingly comes from a website dedicated to criminal justice schools in... [More]

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Objective Legalization Stats - The Infographic Objectively Showcases America

Objective Legalization Stats The Infographic Objectively Showcases America's Stance on Marijuana

This infographic offers different and objective marijuana use statistics that showcase the diverse perspective stances on the subject in the United States. The nation has slowly but surely been... [More]

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Rebellious Recessionary Street Art - The Hands Street Art Project in Barcelona Mocks the Government

Rebellious Recessionary Street Art The Hands Street Art Project in Barcelona Mocks the Government

The Hands street art project in Barcelona kicks back against banks, the Government and austerity measures in the Spanish city with humorous street art installations. The project masterminded by... [More]

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Physics and the Economy - James Glattfelder

Physics and the Economy James Glattfelder's Global Economics Keynote Discusses Complex Systems

James B. Glattfelder dedicates his life to studying complexity and his global economics keynote analyzes the world’s markets as networks of interactions—similar to the way different... [More]

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Political Dubstep Commercials - This Official Ad for the State of the Union Address is Musical

Political Dubstep Commercials This Official Ad for the State of the Union Address is Musical

Perhaps in an attempt to drum up interest among teenagers and youth, the White House has joined the plethora of companies that have created dubstep commercials. The official government-funded ad... [More]

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Monstrous Presidential Figurines - Presidential Monsters Turns Famous Leaders into Ghastly Ghouls

Monstrous Presidential Figurines Presidential Monsters Turns Famous Leaders into Ghastly Ghouls

Created in the likeness of the most popular Presidents of the past and present, Presidential Monsters turns the famous leaders into ghastly ghouls ranging from strange to scary. There’s Bill... [More]

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Entrenching Political Female Values - Zahra’ Langhi’s Misguided Revolution Speech Advoca

Entrenching Political Female Values Zahra’ Langhi’s Misguided Revolution Speech Advoca

Zahra’ Langhi’s misguided revolution speech details her victory in having women represented equally in the country’s elections, yet quickly swivels to explaining why that alone wasn’t enough.... [More]

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Presidential Villain Parody Toys - These Villian Toys Humorously Integrate Politics and Pop Culture

Presidential Villain Parody Toys These Villian Toys Humorously Integrate Politics and Pop Culture

These presidential parody toys of iconic villains are humorous and very well depicted. Most importantly they are indcredibly well named. The set of toys features George W. Bush as Zom-Bush, Nixon as... [More]

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Comic-Styled Political Parodies - Cartoonist Ward Sutton Congressional Leaders into Cartoon Characte

Comic-Styled Political Parodies Cartoonist Ward Sutton Congressional Leaders into Cartoon Characte

Political cartoons are a witty addition to several major publications and cartoonist Warn Sutton takes things to the next level by creating hilarious congress comics. Featuring President Obama and... [More]

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Healthcare-Clarifying Charts - Understand Obama

Healthcare-Clarifying Charts Understand Obama's 11-Year Plan with 'What the Health?'

This ‘What the Health?’ infographic dissects the healthcare reforms in order to explain how the Affordable Care Act will affect every US citizen. The plan is not instantaneous—new... [More]

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Gun Control Lobbying Infographics - This Infographic Details the NRA

Gun Control Lobbying Infographics This Infographic Details the NRA's Lobbying Spending

At the moment, gun control lobbying is in high gear in the United States. While many call for harsher gun laws after the recent shootings, staunch opponents to gun control lobby harder than ever to... [More]

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47 Painstaking Portrait Tattoos - From Obama Tattoos to Chewbacca Depictions

47 Painstaking Portrait Tattoos From Obama Tattoos to Chewbacca Depictions

Portrait tattoos are a popular choice for body ink aficionados. There was recently news that Drake had his uncle and late grandmother’s portraits tattooed on his back. Some people, like Drake,... [More]

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Innovation Enabled by Democracy - A Democratic Innovation Keynote by Colin Powell

Innovation Enabled by Democracy A Democratic Innovation Keynote by Colin Powell

In this democratic innovation keynote, Colin Powell outlines some of the new things happening in today’s world and traces their origin from the freedom enabled by democracy. Powell starts his... [More]

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Political Musical Mashups - Jaime Neely Discusses Hilarious Political Song Parodies

Political Musical Mashups Jaime Neely Discusses Hilarious Political Song Parodies

In honor of Barack Obama’s inauguration, political song parodies are a hilarious way to make light of a typically formal event. Hugh Atkin remixed Barack Obama and Mitt Romney’s speeches to... [More]

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The Blindness Of Morality - Jonathan Haidt

The Blindness Of Morality Jonathan Haidt's Moral Psychology Keynote Tackles Hyper-Partisanship

In his moral psychology keynote, Jonathan Haidt tackles the hyper-partisan climate of U.S. politics by exploring the dynamic pros and cons of having moral thoughts. Haidt begins by outlining two... [More]

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Jennifer Gosnell, Trend Hunter (INTERVIEW) - Gosnell Discusses Humorous Political Remix Videos

Jennifer Gosnell, Trend Hunter (INTERVIEW) Gosnell Discusses Humorous Political Remix Videos

Trend Hunter Jennifer Gosnell, whose love and passion for politics is palpable, discusses political remix videos in her latest interview. Gosnell explains why this particular video, which pokes fun... [More]

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48 Stylish Politician Sightings - In Honor of Michelle Obama

48 Stylish Politician Sightings In Honor of Michelle Obama's Jason Wu Inauguration Dress

Every one who watched President Obama commence his new term was also captivated by Michelle Obama’s gorgeous Inauguration dress. The Inauguration marked the beginning of Obama’s second... [More]

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Sustainability From Shared Visions - Gord Nixon

Sustainability From Shared Visions Gord Nixon's Economic Prosperity Keynote Discusses Ontario

This economic prosperity keynote features Gord Nixon, the CEO of RBC in Canada, speaking at the Jobs and Prosperity Council Summit 2012. This specific keynote addresses prosperity in the province of... [More]

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Limitless Opportunities - President Barack Obama

Limitless Opportunities President Barack Obama's 2013 Inauguration Speech Inspires a Nation

President Barack Obama’s 2013 inauguration speech delivered a powerful and inspiring message to the citizens of the United States of America. The theme of Obama’s speech rested on the... [More]

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Nonpartisan Necktie Dresses - Michelle Obama’s Inauguration Dress Comes From Thom Browne

Nonpartisan Necktie Dresses Michelle Obama’s Inauguration Dress Comes From Thom Browne

During President Obama’s swearing in today, Michelle Obama’s inauguration dress will be from Thom Browne and is styled after a man’s silk tie. While dressing fashionably is nothing new for... [More]

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A Fresh Foundation for a Nation - A Look Back at the 2009 Inauguration Speech by President Obama

A Fresh Foundation for a Nation A Look Back at the 2009 Inauguration Speech by President Obama

The 2009 inauguration speech of President Obama marked a defining moment in history for both America and the rest of the world. Today the world will watch as Barack Obama is sworn into office for... [More]

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Federal Swear-In Schedules - This Infographic Details Obama

Federal Swear-In Schedules This Infographic Details Obama's Inauguration Schedule

Being one of the biggest days of the decade for the United States, today has a lot of people are wondering about Obama’s inauguration schedule. This infographic gives details on what happens... [More]

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Top 100 Pop Culture Trends in 2012 - From Cinematic Notebook Sketches to Pixar-Styled Superheroes

Top 100 Pop Culture Trends in 2012 From Cinematic Notebook Sketches to Pixar-Styled Superheroes

Pop culture trends signal the constant shift in society—as a whole and niche pockets of it. From fashion to artwork, people are constantly innovating within these industries, resulting in... [More]

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Persona-Mocking Icon Portraits - These Pop Culture Photos Capture the Essence of the Exalted

Persona-Mocking Icon Portraits These Pop Culture Photos Capture the Essence of the Exalted

Rinat Shingareev has proven to be very clever with her portrayals of famous dignitaries, pop culture idols and politicians. Her paintings have captured these icons as either how they wish to be seen... [More]

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Quirky Modern Actress Features - Courtney Scharf Discusses Girls Season 2 Premiere Buzz

Quirky Modern Actress Features Courtney Scharf Discusses Girls Season 2 Premiere Buzz

With the Girls Season 2 premiere scheduled for January 13, 2013, writer-producer-director-actress extraordinaire Lena Dunham has generated some serious buzz. Lena was the subject of V Magazine’s... [More]

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