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#LoveWins
On this date same sex marriage was legalized in all 50 states by the United States Supreme Court. The hashtag LoveWins was coined by those in favor of the ruling on Twitter as well as Facebook. -
#MakeAmericaGreatAgain #MAGA
Donald Trump began using the phrase during his campaigning for the 2016 Presidential Election. The hashtag took off and was a major reason behind his popularity increase and eventual election as President. It was mostly used on Twitter where he posts the majority of his statements. Fellow users and followers also use the phrase when referring to him. -
#TakeAKnee
Former NFL Quarterback Colin Kaepernick took a knee during the national anthem to protest against racism and police brutality. The issue spread like wildfire on social media, mostly on Twitter where users shared their feelings regarding the matter. The hashtag #TakeAKnee was created and if anything brought the issues he was feeling more to the forefront. -
#MeToo
Harvey Weinstein was accused of multiple rapes and sexual assaults during the 1980's. The story broke and Twitter users helped coin the hashtag MeToo in a movement against sexual harassment and sexual assault. -
#HelpAus
As the Australian Wildfires swept across the country, the world was put on notice via the hashtag HelpAus and AustraliaFires spreading across Twitter. As it made waves, the relief efforts were strengthened and millions of dollars were donated in supplies and money to help aide.
