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The Evolution and Cultural Impact of the "Always Has Been" Meme

"The "Always Has Been" meme, often mistakenly referred to as the "always was" meme, stands as one of the most recognizable pieces of visual communication in internet history. It features two astronauts overlooking Earth from space; one discovers that everything on the planet—and often the universe—is actually a single, specific entity, leading the second astronaut to point a gun at the first and utter the famous line, "Always has been." This template transcends simple humor, functioning as a recursive commentary on perception, discovery, and the absurdity of objective reality. Originating from a Reddit post in 2010, the image was initially a s..."

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