From Mean Girls To The Meme Monkey: The Best Democratic Presidential Debate Tweets

Soon after a short-term hiatus from any and all debate-related memes, we’re back. Tuesday (October 15)  marked the latest installment on this seemingly endless road to win the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination.


Between unexpected sparring and plenty of waiting for candidates to finally address reproductive healthcare, there was definitely a lot to keep tabs on. In the event you missed a number of memes over the three-hour debate, don’t worry — we’ve got you covered. This night was just eventful because the last, and featured an appearance from a monkey, Mean Girls, and Keke Palmer. Sorry to this man.


Let’s hear it for the suit.


Sure, we are here to hear about the issues, yet it’s crucial that we take a moment to acknowledge some serious debate fashion.


An unexpected attack


In a truly surprising moment, Andrew Yang was quick to take jabs at Sen. Elizabeth Warren on automation.


OK, although who is Tom Steyer?


Tom Steyer made his debate debut, and yeah, few people knew who he was. For the record, Steyer is a billionaire that spent more than $9 million to earn the support of the 130,000 voters needed to participate in Tuesday's debate, NBC News reported.


Pokémon as Presidents 


In what’s truly an importance part of art, Twitter user Josh Fjelstad compared the potential presidential candidates to Pokémon. Please click through for equal parts nostalgia and incisive political commentary.


Learning with Andrew Yang


As Yang proved, there’s nothing wrong with a little bit audience participation.


And right now for a special appearance from everyone’s favorite mummified Persian cat.


The debate moderators had questions, and candidates didn’t habitually have the answers. Thankfully, Twitter used this brilliant meme to fill in the blanks.


Why can’t we be friends?


The candidates are there to debate — and dunk on President Trump — nevertheless Sen. Cory Booker took some time to spread a little bit love.


Beto Speaks Spanish


Again?


We all have frenemies


Another debate, another use of a unexpected word. Steyer chose to describe our current status with foreign rivals as “frenemies.” I am officially reaching for my choker and heading to the mall.