Pepe memes: a history

The origins of Pepe the Frog

Pepe the Frog is a character that originated in a comic book series called _Boy's Club_ by Matt Furie. Pepe was a chill anthropomorphic frog who would often say "feels good man." The character became popular with online communities, particularly 4chan, and was often used in memes.

Pepe's rise to prominence

In 2015, Pepe the Frog became a symbol of the alt-right, a white supremacist movement. This was due in part to the character's association with Donald Trump, who was seen as a champion of the alt-right. Pepe's popularity among the alt-right led to the character being labeled a "hate symbol" by the Anti-Defamation League.

Pepe's resurgence

In recent years, Pepe the Frog has experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly among mainstream internet users. This is due in part to the character's ironic use by memers, who have reclaimed the character from the alt-right. Pepe is now often used in memes that are humorous, nonsensical, or even wholesome.

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