Santa Claus Is Running For Congress In Alaska, Inspiring Memes And Humorous Reactions

May 16th, 2022 - 12:20 PM EDT by Aidan Walker

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Santa Claus, with a white beard and red hat holding a card supporting unionization, in a photo he tweeted.

Santa Claus is running for Congress in Alaska — and according to recent polling, he actually has a decent chance of winning.


The white-bearded democratic socialist on the city council of North Pole, Alaska, does not seem to be the St. Nick of popular legend and folklore — but he does seem to be competitive in a race against other candidates including Sarah Palin, former Alaska governor and vice-presidential candidate. As social media took notice of Santa's bid, many online rejoiced at his candidacy.


The former monk and New York City special assistant deputy police commissioner changed his name to Santa Claus after growing his beard out and discovering that he resembled the famous character.


Claus is running on a platform modeled after Bernie Sanders, and has staked out positions in support of Medicare for All, environmental protections and other progressive priorities.


Santa Claus is not taking donations, instead opting to fund his campaign with $400 of his own money. His campaign Twitter account is now approaching 8,000 followers and climbing.

The special election to fill the seat vacated following the death of Don Young® will be held on August 13th, but the primary will be held on June 11th. If Santa Claus wins the special election, he will serve until January 2023, the remainder of Young’s term, which means he may spend next Christmas in Washington, D.C.



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