# Packaged Politicians World Leaders Photoshopped by Saint Hoax Touch on the Ethics of Eating By Meghan Young | Published 2015-01-21 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-leaders-photoshopped References: [sainthoax](http://www.sainthoax.com/politarian.html) This series of world leaders photoshopped by Saint Hoax, a Middle Eastern artist, is meant to hone in on the [ethics of eating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quorn-mission-snack-swap-campaign). It showcases President Barack Obama, Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un among others decapitated and placed in a [classic meat package](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grassfed-beef-products). Although it could be construed as keeping these politicians responsible for the rules and regulations surrounding the meat industry, there is another layer to the images of world leaders photoshopped. Saint Hoax writes, "People carefully choose their meat in accordance to their religious values; the way they would choose a leader. If religion doesn’t apply, social morals govern that decision. Both topics continue to stir controversy and debates, dividing people into supporters, opposers and those that lie in between." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Activism](https://www.trendhunter.com/activism) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ethics of Eating:** Exploring the ethical implications of food consumption and its connection to societal values and beliefs. - **Digital Manipulation:** Examining the use of photo editing software to create provocative and thought-provoking visuals. - **Controversial Art:** Investigating the role of art in sparking debates and pushing boundaries in society. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunities for brands to promote sustainable and ethical practices in the food industry. - **Graphic Design:** Innovative use of digital manipulation techniques to create powerful visual narratives. - **Art and Culture:** Exploring the intersection of art, politics, and societal issues to provoke meaningful conversations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Satirical Popsicle Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-the-rich-popsicles.md) - [Satirical Political Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thoughts-prayers-toilet-paper.md) - [Provocative AR Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-so-happy-animals.md) - [Hybrid Meat Vegetable Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leyu-li.md) - [Controversial Snack Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illegal-chips.md) - [Hyperrealistic Food Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious.md) - [Food-Inspired Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dish-pics.md) - [Anti-Gender Violence Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antigender-violence-campaign.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md)