# Blunt Political Candidates Jimmy McMillan Represents the Rent is Too Damn High Party By Michael Hines | Published 2010-10-21 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-mcmillan References: [asylum](http://www.asylum.com/2010/10/19/jimmy-mcmillan-rent-is-too-damn-high-kristin-davis/) & [rentistoodamnhigh.org](http://www.rentistoodamnhigh.org/) I only wish that the race for governor in California had a candidate as interesting as Jimmy McMillan. Jimmy McMillan is running for governor of the state of New York on behalf of “The Rent is too Damn High” party. That isn’t a typo, that is actually what Jimmy McMillan named his party. During the [NY candidate debate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openballot) he promoted his party's platform of lower rent and also hinted at possible karate skills. Check out the video above. The world needs more politicians like Jimmy McMillan. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Blunt Political Candidates:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce unconventional and honest political candidates to address public disillusionment with traditional political parties. - **Rent Control Advocacy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop platforms and technologies that support affordable housing and address the rising cost of rent in urban areas. - **Political Party Branding:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative and attention-grabbing political party names and branding strategies to increase visibility and voter engagement. ### Who This Affects Most - **Political Campaign Consulting:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer cutting-edge strategies and services to help political candidates develop unique personas and resonate with voters. - **Real Estate:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop alternative models and strategies to address the affordability crisis and create more inclusive housing options. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Provide innovative marketing and advertising solutions to political parties and candidates seeking to stand out in a crowded media landscape. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Democratic Party Playlists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jamocracy.md) - [Political Campaign Game Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freedom-town.md) - [Informative Election Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roblox-3.md) - [Dispensary-Friendly Voting Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toke-the-vote.md) - [Anxiety-Alleviating Election Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/election-escape.md) - [Pop Culture Presidency Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brat.md) - [Housing Affordability-Focused Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/housing-canada-coalition.md) - [Viral Political Campaign Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harris-walz.md) - [Blockchain Affiliation Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mint-a-vote.md)