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# Satanist Runs for Governer of Minnesota

By Trend Spotter | Published 2006-01-24 | World
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satanist-runs-for-governer-of-minnesota
References: [boingboing.net](http://www.boingboing.net/2006/01/13/satanist_runs_for_go.html) & [jonathonforgovernor.us](http://www.jonathonforgovernor.us/Home_page.html)

"Like other politicians, he worships Satan, but Sharkey "doesn't hide his dark side." He claims to speak for the "Vampyres, Witches and Pagans," political party, and most likely does so in a [scary-monster voice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-stays-club). He promises that if he's elected, he will impale terrorists on pikes. " - BoingBoing

"Honesty is very seldom heard nowadays, especially from a politician. So, I am going to break from political tradition. My name is Jonathon â€œThe Impalerâ€ Sharkey, Ph.D., L.D.D.D. I am a [Satanic Dark Priest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/devils-smoke-sauce), [Sanguinarian Vampyre](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heretic-parfum-nosferatu) and a Hecate Witch. My Magikal Path name is: Lord Ares." - Jonathan 'The Impaler' Sharkey

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.6/10
- Popularity: 62% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Politician's Unconventional Personal Beliefs:** The trend of politicians with unconventional personal beliefs presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in campaign strategy and messaging.
- **Alternative Political Parties:** The rise of alternative political parties, such as the Vampyres, Witches, and Pagans party, creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the political landscape.
- **Authenticity in Politics:** The desire for authenticity in politics presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in candidate branding and communication.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Political Consulting:** With politicians having unconventional personal beliefs, the political consulting industry can innovate in providing tailored strategies to help these candidates navigate the political landscape.
- **Alternative Spirituality:** The increase in visibility of alternative political parties like the Vampyres, Witches, and Pagans party can drive innovation within the alternative spirituality industry by creating new platforms, services, and products for their niche audience.
- **Political Branding:** The need for authentic branding in politics presents an opportunity for innovation in the political branding industry, with candidates like Jonathan 'The Impaler' Sharkey pushing the boundaries and challenging traditional norms.

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