Hillary Clinton, once a prominent Democratic figure, stirred up a digital storm with a seemingly innocent birthday message on social media.
Breitbart reported that on Sunday, the twice-failed presidential candidate marked her 78th birthday with a post that drew sharp criticism and mockery from online users, while also prompting reflections on her political past.
Clinton shared a nostalgic childhood photo alongside her message, aiming to connect with followers on a personal level. Her request for stories about supporting the next generation, however, didn’t land as intended with everyone.
“I’m 78 today, and thinking of all the people who helped this young girl grow and thrive along the way,” Clinton wrote, adding a call for comments on helping youth.
“Today I’d love to hear about how you’re showing up, in ways large or small, for the next generation. Maybe someone will be inspired by your comment to be a part of a child’s village in the same way,” she continued. But instead of warm responses, many users unleashed biting critiques.
One social media commenter quipped, “She reminds me of the mean little girl whose father owned the general store on The Little House on the Prairie,” painting Clinton as less than likable (as posted online).
Another user didn’t hold back, labeling her “The definition of a battle axe,” a jab at her public persona that cuts deep without crossing into cruelty.
Perhaps the harshest remark came from a third user who called her “The Devil in disguise,” a comment that reflects the intense disdain some still harbor for her political legacy (as posted online).
These reactions aren’t just about a birthday post; they tap into a well of frustration over Clinton’s past bids for the White House.
Back in 2016, her optimistic tweet captioning a childhood photo with “Happy Birthday to this future president” became fodder for conservatives after her loss to Donald Trump just weeks later.
That historic defeat, as Breitbart News noted, was rubbed in by Trump’s campaign team in 2019 with reminders of his state-by-state triumph, a move that still stings for Clinton supporters.
Let’s be frank: Clinton’s post may have aimed for inspiration, but it opened the door to revisiting her polarizing career.
While her intent to focus on the next generation is commendable, the backlash shows how her name remains a lightning rod for conservatives who see her as emblematic of a failed progressive agenda.
Yet, even as we critique, it’s worth noting that turning 78 is no small feat, and her desire to spark dialogue about mentorship deserves a nod—though the execution clearly missed the mark for many.