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You Might Be a Karen If…

Ten signs your life could be a derogatory meme

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“Karen is a pejorative term used in the Western world for a woman perceived to be entitled or demanding beyond the scope of what is considered appropriate or necessary. A common stereotype is that of a racist white woman who uses her privilege to demand her own way at the expense of others.” — Wikipedia

Someone on social media called me a Karen the other day, and I was a little stunned. Sure, I’m a white woman who has enjoyed a privileged lifestyle. I don’t have much control over than unless I get a divorce, deplete my savings on FanDuel Sportsbook, and join a commune, or possibly a biker gang.

I’m not a Karen because I don’t act like one. Okay, okay, I have asked to talk to the manager, but only on the phone to customer service. Hey, I’m entitled. (Whoops!) Your behavior is a critical element when assessing your alleged “Karenness.” If you’re not sure you qualify as a Karen, here are ten signs you might be:

1. — You might be a Karen if you paid someone to take your kid’s SATs.

It’s unclear if you’re a Karen because of this, but you are a Felicity. You’re also a crook and a lousy parent. Shame on you!