3. Core Elements of Kek Theory
• Meme Magic: The central “theory” is that memes aren’t just jokes—they’re a form of supernatural energy or “magic” that can alter reality. By spreading Pepe/Kek images and phrases like “Praise Kek,” believers claim they influenced events like Donald Trump’s 2016 election victory. For example, users pointed to “dubs” in Trump-related posts as divine intervention, or coincidences like Steve Bannon (a Trump advisor) tweeting frog emojis. It’s framed as chaos magic, where collective online intent manifests in the physical world.