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Signage has always been a powerful tool in the fight for what’s right. So it’s no surprise that when people face injustice and inequality, they turn to one of their most effective weapons: words.

In the age of social media, activism has reached new heights. Protest signs have gone viral on Twitter and Facebook, and they’ve become so popular they even get replicated by protesters on the other side of the planet. Their viral potential is undeniable. If a sign can go viral, it has the power to ignite change across the world. But what’s caught our attention recently is the sheer number of funny protest signs popping up everywhere. From clever puns to downright silly wordplay, it seems people understand that humor is an effective way to get the spotlight on the cause itself and make a point.

Sure, 99% of the time, protests are serious affairs. People are making their voices heard, standing up for causes they believe in, and fighting to change the world. Still, there’s nothing wrong with injecting some humor into the mix. When done right, it can be downright hilarious and help spread the message you were trying to get across — and that’s exactly what these funny posters did. Keep scrolling to see them for yourself!

They’re clever, witty, and make you smile while reminding you that even though things might be bad right now, activism always has room for a good laugh. While some of these funny protest signs are snarky remarks for serious causes, others are for silly and trivial everyday life events and deserve some space on our list!

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Sign From Women's Rally - Separation Of Church And State

Sign From Women's Rally - Separation Of Church And State

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mulk
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's f******* right! That's a major problem in many country, as it is in USA

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Sign From The KKK Protest In Dayton Ohio Today

Sign From The KKK Protest In Dayton Ohio Today

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Deborah Harris2
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I read this as watching ' Annie' that would make me want to smoke weed too :P

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Viciousness

Viciousness

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elcee
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

NOT a bad idea!! and this makes for a way better reusable keepsake than a pile of dusty warped cardboard in the garage!! (bc u know we never throw that stuff away!)

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Favorite Sign In The Rally

Favorite Sign In The Rally

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Benita Valdez
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And without any context you know right away that this is an American protest. My country is so pathetic. Should never even need this sign in the first place

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Every Film That Speaks About Some Disaster Starts With The Government Ignoring The Warnings Of Scientists

Every Film That Speaks About Some Disaster Starts With The Government Ignoring The Warnings Of Scientists

 If Governments don't listen to facts, maybe they will pay attention to movies? ⁠

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Benita Valdez
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I mean the movies all show what happens when the scientists are ignored; you'd think we'd get the hint by now

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This Isn't Something You Should Be Ignoring

This Isn't Something You Should Be Ignoring

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Fighting The Good Fight

Fighting The Good Fight

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

NEVERRRRRRRrrrr!!!!!!! (In a respectful way.) Can we instead ban Christmas music in November?

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When You're Not Sure Whether The Protest Is Going To Be Peaceful Or Violent

When You're Not Sure Whether The Protest Is Going To Be Peaceful Or Violent

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My Favorite Anti-Westboro Baptist Church Protest Sign

My Favorite Anti-Westboro Baptist Church Protest Sign

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Lakota Wolf
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I still don't logically understand why God could hate any of his children, even if they were "f@gs". Didn't he MAKE them that way? You don't get to create something yourself and then decide you don't want it to be that way that YOU made it! (I don't believe in Big Sky Daddy, but that's the gist of what I understand of it.)

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#43

Not One Sign At This Rally Was Directed Against The Russian People

Not One Sign At This Rally Was Directed Against The Russian People

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You Can Be Whatever You Want Darling

You Can Be Whatever You Want Darling

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Adam Belaire
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would say 7 is a bit young to be President but 45 proved anyone can get elected so you go girl!

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Putin The Bin

Putin The Bin

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Fiona Parky
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In our local area, most dog poo bins are now designated “pootins” with a lovely photo affixed. We can literally stick our dogs waste in poo tins face. It’s so satisfying

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My Wife Drives By This Sign Everyday On The Way To Work, And She’s Said A Couple Of Times How Funny It Would Be If Someone Put Up A Picture Of The Rock

My Wife Drives By This Sign Everyday On The Way To Work, And She’s Said A Couple Of Times How Funny It Would Be If Someone Put Up A Picture Of The Rock

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#53

Well Observed. Get Out Of That Ring

Well Observed. Get Out Of That Ring

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SheamusFanFrom1987
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can only partially agree: Wrestling and climate change are real. One is real entertainment, the other REAL frightening at this point.

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#57

Accurate

Accurate

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Seabeast
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They were around a lot longer than we are likely to be, and it was something completely beyond their control that did them in.

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This Sign Outside Of A Trump Rally

This Sign Outside Of A Trump Rally

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lauralett50
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm a Republican. But I never trusted that man child. Never voted for him , never will. Can't stand him or that spawn of his

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Climate Change Protest At DC

Climate Change Protest At DC

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LooneyLovegood
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And then, we cry. But hey we tried, nobody listened to our side, so then they died.

#76

Trump And Putin At The Protest In NYC

Trump And Putin At The Protest In NYC

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Katy McMouse
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh God. He has the physique of a lactating ape. There goes tonight's chance at restful slumber.

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#81

This Dinosaur Has A Point

This Dinosaur Has A Point

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#82

Funny Protest Sign

Funny Protest Sign

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Great Sign At DC Protests Today

Great Sign At DC Protests Today

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Lakota Wolf
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means. (re: "socialism")

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A Memory From The Womens March Boston - Clearly This Guy Is Ready For The March For Science Coming Up In April

A Memory From The Womens March Boston - Clearly This Guy Is Ready For The March For Science Coming Up In April

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Protester This Morning

Protester This Morning

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My Last Pic From The Peoples Climate March In Boston

My Last Pic From The Peoples Climate March In Boston

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We Take Naps But We Stay Woke

We Take Naps But We Stay Woke

Granny C is singing her heart out for medicare for all HR1976. But looks like Granny A is taking one of her famous Granny naps! July 3

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#99

Consistency

Consistency

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The Meme Possibilities

The Meme Possibilities

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#102

Sign At The San Antonio Protests

Sign At The San Antonio Protests

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#103

"There's Always Better Things To Do. Who's With Me?" – Mary

"There's Always Better Things To Do. Who's With Me?" – Mary

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#104

Favorite Sign Of Every March

Favorite Sign Of Every March

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Funny Protest Sign

Funny Protest Sign

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#107

Even Clowns Can Be Sad As Well

Even Clowns Can Be Sad As Well

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#108

My 9 Year Old Friend Made This Sign For The Climate Protests Yesterday!

My 9 Year Old Friend Made This Sign For The Climate Protests Yesterday!

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Lakota Wolf
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't understand this one. Reference to some person or meme that is after my time and over my head?

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A Sign My Wife Made For A Protest Today. Officer Meow Meow Fuzzyface Would Not Approve Of These Goings On, And He's A Loose Cannon Cop With Nothing To Lose

A Sign My Wife Made For A Protest Today. Officer Meow Meow Fuzzyface Would Not Approve Of These Goings On, And He's A Loose Cannon Cop With Nothing To Lose

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Funny Protest Sign

Funny Protest Sign

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Lakota Wolf
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you're female, he'd probably try to grab what's on the other side of it, though.

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#113

He Made A Mistake

He Made A Mistake

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Vanessa Richardson
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is Ricky Smith! He’s a comedian, but also the founder of R.A.K.E (random acts of kindness everywhere) and is a really good person. (Rickonia is his instagram handle)

#114

Best Sign At The Rally Goes To…

Best Sign At The Rally Goes To…

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When College Kids Protest

When College Kids Protest

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#122

Philadelphia Knows It

Philadelphia Knows It

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#123

So There's Protests Going On In The UK At The Minute Regarding The Political Party Who Has Been Voted Into Power. David Cameron Is The Head Of The Party, Best Sign Of The Year

So There's Protests Going On In The UK At The Minute Regarding The Political Party Who Has Been Voted Into Power. David Cameron Is The Head Of The Party, Best Sign Of The Year

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#125

Mixture Of Emotions

Mixture Of Emotions

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smolspeedycats
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why would you deport Taylor Swift? She has done nothing but good for the gay community and has never made racist/sexist comments.

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