Bernie Sanders' 'grumpy chic' style steals show at inauguration

(CNN)It’s time to admit that making jokes about sacred historical moments like inaugurations is just part of our way of coping with overwhelming political and social change. We know history is being made, yes, but what kind of history? When future generations look back on this day, what will they see?

Mostly Bernie Sanders memes, it seems.
In the meme-orable moments of President Joe Biden’s inauguration, the Vermont Senator emerged as the day’s clear victor. From the moment he arrived, a beacon of sensible northeastern outerwear amid a sea of elegant wool coats, the internet fell in love with Sanders all over again.

    Bernie dressed like the inauguration is on his to do list today but ain’t his whole day. pic.twitter.com/wCRyoxU3V2

    Perhaps it was the Burton jacket, apparently a favorite item in Sanders’ wardrobe and proof, as Esquire says, that you only need one good coat. (Longtime Bernie meme fans recognized the coat as the same one he appears to be wearing in another meme-able moment from the campaign trail in late 2019.)

    Wait, is Bernie is wearing the same jacket from his meme at the inauguration? pic.twitter.com/q0DtVNpZbB

    Perhaps it was the mittens, a perfect melding of function and fashion, or the fact that he rolled up to the inauguration carrying what looked like a package and … a check? Either way, he gave off a casual “This has been fun, but the post office closes at six” vibe that people felt deep in their souls.

    Bernie really looks like he's on his way to mail something pic.twitter.com/Ig0w66FPzs

    Imagine sitting in a folding chair, just trying to stay warm, and becoming the most beloved meme of the day. People have already made art of this moment!

    I am once again asking that you not talk to me at parties. pic.twitter.com/b6wzZNv9KG

    Bernie out there doing it right ?? pic.twitter.com/E7KugBJvVJ

    I made a website where you can put bernie in places using google maps street view. Enjoy!https://t.co/UfY5g9xU2k pic.twitter.com/8rstiEXOHf

    bern pic.twitter.com/XiAKRKLZT3

    Of course, the other groundbreaking fashions at the Inauguration also drew their fair share of jokes and admiration, whether it was the jewel-toned coat squad of powerful political women or Lady Gaga cosplaying as Effie Trinket’s sensible twin sister.

    The group chat said: JEWEL TONES. 1/20. pic.twitter.com/VctSwAutao

    Ladies and gentlemen welcome to the 1st Hunger Games pic.twitter.com/QhBxozb38h

    Gaga at the Inauguration (2021) pic.twitter.com/PGXTF8Ylfr

    Jennifer Lopez really thought she could slip some “Let’s Get Loud” into her inaugural performance and people wouldn’t make a deal about it? ¡Imposible!

    My cat when JLo broke into “Let’s get Loud” ? pic.twitter.com/HemrhcnFGU

    Gaga dressed like a Hunger Games sponsor. J Lo worked “let’s get loud” into this land is your land. Everything about this is so extra

    People also took note of the man who executed the critical task of wiping down the lectern in between appearances. We’re in a pandemic! He deserves the love!

    The Podium Wiper will be enshrined in American mythology and ceremonially present at every inauguration until the sun dies pic.twitter.com/6Fv4wkBKrW

      Later in the evening, as the sun set on Biden’s first day in office, America’s other uncle Tom Hanks (Sanders is the uncle on the dad’s side, Hanks is the uncle on the mom’s) stood in front of the Lincoln Memorial and gave a tribute to the American dream of unity. This would normally be nothing to comment upon, but the internet was very tired and overstimulated, and Hanks was not wearing a coat. Intolerable.

      I know William Henry Harrison doesn't get many tributes, but I'd still feel better if Tom Hanks would put on an overcoat https://t.co/nJYytTgVUu

      Tom Hanks has two Oscars, four Golden Globes, and seven Emmys. He doesn't need a coat. ?

      Day one of the Biden presidency and the closest thing to a controversy on Twitter is people politely pleading for Tom Hanks to put on a coat.

      The dawning of a new presidency brings with it so many questions, so many unknowns. But before we meet the challenges that lie ahead, it was a joy to be able to come together as Americans and celebrate what really unites us: A collective concern over whether Bernie Sanders got that package delivered on time.

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