New Yorker Mocks Andrew Cuomo at Mermaid Parade
You know the Mermaid Parade in Coney Island, right? Every year, it’s this wild mix of glitter, fishnets, and pure New York weirdness. But this time? Someone showed up dressed as “washed up scum” Andrew Cuomo—and honestly, it was kind of perfect. The guy even had a fake reelection pitch that had everyone cracking up. Social media? Yeah, it blew up.
The Mermaid Parade: Basically NYC in a Nutshell
Started back in ’83, this parade is basically New York’s way of saying, “We’re strange, and we love it.” Artists, weirdos, tourists—they all flood the boardwalk for a day of ocean-themed madness. This year had the usual: mermaids covered in sequins, floats that looked like they took a year to build. And then, out of nowhere, someone decided to roast one of New York’s most infamous ex-politicians. Classic.
The Cuomo Lookalike That Nailed It
Picture this: a dude in a wrinkled suit, hair slicked back just like Cuomo’s, with a name tag that straight-up said “washed up scum.” He walked around like he owned the place, all fake seriousness. When the New York Post asked what he was doing, he deadpanned, “Just campaigning for reelection. Thought I’d meet the people.” Brutal. And hilarious. Because let’s be real—after Cuomo’s spectacular crash-and-burn in 2021, it hit a little too close to home.
People Lost Their Minds (In a Good Way)
Crowds went wild. Phones came out. Within hours, Twitter was calling it “the most accurate Cuomo impression ever,” and Instagram was drowning in memes comparing the costume to his actual scandals. Even folks who used to defend him had to admit—it was a solid burn. Dark humor? Absolutely. But sometimes that’s the best kind.
Cuomo’s Legacy: A Messy, Complicated Thing
Remember when he was the “COVID hero”? Yeah, that didn’t last. Between the nursing home scandal and all those harassment allegations, his career imploded. He’s been sniffing around a comeback, but polls say New Yorkers are over it. This parade stunt? Just proof that people haven’t forgotten—and they’re still pissed. Humor’s a hell of a way to drive that point home.
Why Satire Works (Especially in New York)
From SNL to some dude in a fish costume holding a protest sign, mocking powerful people is basically a sport here. This wasn’t just a joke—it was a reminder that even something as silly as a parade can pack a political punch. Did Cuomo see it? Who knows. But for everyone else, it was therapy. The kind where you laugh so you don’t scream.
So Here’s the Thing…
Good satire isn’t just funny—it’s sharp enough to draw blood. That “washed up scum” bit wasn’t just a costume. It was a whole statement about power, consequences, and how fast the public can turn on you. The Mermaid Parade proved, yet again, that sometimes the best way to deal with politics is to laugh at it. Even if it hurts a little. So—too mean? Or just the truth nobody’s saying out loud?
If You Want to Dive Deeper
- NY Post’s take on the parade (because of course they covered it)
- A timeline of Cuomo’s disasters—for when you need a refresher
- The video that started it all (trust me, it’s worth it)
Source: NY Post – US News
