Monica Lewinsky Pokes Fun at Bill Clinton with Swift Meme

Monica Lewinsky, the former White House intern, has garnered significant attention on social media by sharing a meme that references lyrics from Taylor Swift's song "Who's Afraid Of Little Old Me?" from the album "The Tortured Poets Department." The meme features a photo of The White House and the line, "you wouldn't last an hour in the asylum where they raised me," which has become a popular motif online since the release of Swift's album. Lewinsky's post taps into her history as a central figure in the 1990s scandal involving then-President Bill Clinton.

Lewinsky, who has emerged as a social media personality known for her witty and often self-referential posts, has received both praise and criticism for her use of the meme. While many applaud her sense of humor and the resilience she has shown in reclaiming her narrative, some have deemed the post disrespectful to the U.S. Capitol, which is tied to the history of her affair with Clinton. Her engagement with public discourse comes in various forms, including her role as an anti-bullying advocate.

The meme's use by Lewinsky coincides with the commercial success of Swift's "The Tortured Poets Department," which has experienced significant streaming and sales milestones. As the meme proliferates, with various interpretations by public figures and on social media, it underscores the intersection of pop culture and personal history in the digital age.