# What kind of American — Meme Lab

Use when someone claims to be a specific type of American without acknowledging their own contradictions.

- What it expresses: A self-identified group label clashes with internal inconsistencies in personal behavior.
- Example: The candidate insists on being a 'real American' while using corporate jargon and avoiding civic engagement.
- When not to use it: Avoid when the person's actions consistently align with their stated identity.
- Tags: identity, contradiction, self-identification
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