Snoopy Fans Split Over Account's Political Post

Recently, Snoopy fans found themselves in a pickle. A popular X account, Snoopy Weekly, decided to wade into politics and endorsed former President Trump. This wasn't just any account; it had over 19,000 followers who loved Snoopy, the beloved beagle from the “Peanuts” comic. Snoopy, known as Charlie Brown's best friend, isn't new to the scene. He first appeared in 1950. But his popularity has surged again, especially among Gen Zers who share Snoopy memes and fan edits on X, TikTok, and Instagram. When Snoopy Weekly posted its endorsement, fans weren't happy. "Snoopy hates you btw," one user wrote, sharing a screenshot of the now-removed post. Other users suggested following another account, dailysnoopys, which has a left-leaning stance and promotes peace between Israel and Hamas.It's a tricky situation. Should a fan account mix politics with a beloved cartoon character? Before it was deleted, Snoopy Weekly encouraged voting in swing states like Arizona and Georgia. This happened while the election campaign was quite heated. Snoopy's creator, Charles Schulz, wasn't afraid to touch on politics in his comics. He explored issues like school prayer, the Vietnam draft, and women's rights. Even Snoopy was political, with a 1972 bumper sticker saying "Snoopy For President. " A historian, Blake Scott Ball, points out that Schulz believed in fairness and democracy. He supported friends like Mortie Turner, a Black cartoonist, and Billie Jean King, a women's rights advocate. But where does all this leave Snoopy fans today? It's hard to say if Snoopy, if real, would endorse any candidate. And while political discussions are part of thePeanuts' world, mixing politics with a beloved character can start heated debates.