Here's what Twitter thinks is in Hillary Clinton's purse
Last week, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton caught the attention of the Twitter sphere after an appearance on the popular radio "The Breakfast Club." Clinton declared that one item she always keeps with her is hot sauce, which led some to believe she was pandering to the Black community.
Although many pointed out that Clinton has been a long time fan of hot sauce, some on Twitter couldn't help but capitalize on the moment and create another trend by sarcastically answering, "What's in Hillary's purse?"
The hashtag quickly gained traction on Twitter but both Clinton and Sanders supporters were quick to call out the sexist undertone of the hashtag, noting that no one asks male candidate what they keep in their wallets.
Does anyone else find #whatsinhillaryspurse to be incredibly sexist? I'm a #Bernie supporter, but no one is asking what's in his pockets.
— Lois Brandt (@LoisBrandt1) April 25, 2016
Not saying I'm a Hilary supporter but #WhatsInHillarysPurse is super sexist. Nobody's asking what's in Trump's pockets or under his toupee
— Tiffany D. Jackson (@WriteinBK) April 25, 2016
As the hashtag grew more popular Clinton supporters attempted to reclaim the moment.
#WhatsInHillarysPurse 35 years experience, 1428 Delegates,26 labor union endorsements,and a little hot sauce ;) #ImWithHer
— C. Alex (@_CanAlex) April 25, 2016
#WhatsInHillarysPurse Her family Bible for her swearing in ceremony in January. #ImWithHer
— Jacki Moss 🇺🇸 🏳️🌈 (@JackiMoss1) April 25, 2016
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