It must be so humiliating to be a Democrat.
Democrats faced heavy criticism for their protest during President Trump’s address to Congress, as they showed up with paddles and signs. Many media figures, including those on the left, quickly mocked the protest as ineffective and embarrassing.
Several Democratic lawmakers carried black paddles with phrases such as “false” and “Musk Steals,” which they waved during Trump’s speech. The protest was widely regarded as failing to make an impact. One MSNBC host ridiculed the protest, comparing the signs to something out of a bingo game and suggesting that such antics wouldn’t help the Democrats retake control of the House.
Late-night comedian Stephen Colbert also poked fun at the protest, sarcastically commenting that Democrats were using paddles in a desperate attempt to show dissent. He remarked that their protest resembled a futile, antiquated gesture, offering little to no effect in terms of making a statement or influencing the audience.
Online, the protest was quickly mocked by many, with some comparing it to the atmosphere of a Brazilian steakhouse, finding it awkward and ineffective. The design of the signs, with their black backgrounds and white text, was especially criticized for being poorly conceived, leading many to view the protest as a meme-worthy failure for the Democratic Party.
During his address, President Trump responded to the Democrats’ actions, noting that the lawmakers would not applaud or stand for his achievements, regardless of their significance. He expressed disappointment that, even on a night where the country had seen tremendous success, they chose not to join in celebrating the victories. Trump called for greater cooperation across the political divide, urging Democrats to work together to benefit the nation.