Tasted A Little Tear Gas Tasted Like Fascism Shirt
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Wear a bold statement with the Tasted A Little Tear Gas Tasted Like Fascism Shirt—a design rooted in protest culture and modern political resistance. Featuring iconic imagery and a powerful quote, this shirt symbolizes defiance against authoritarianism and celebrates the voices that speak truth in the face of oppression. Perfect for activists, allies, and those who won’t stay silent.
Tasted A Little Tear Gas Tasted Like Fascism Shirt – Protest-Inspired Political Statement Shirt
The Tasted A Little Tear Gas Tasted Like Fascism Shirt delivers a fearless message that echoes the voices of countless activists and truth-seekers. This piece captures the visceral reality of political protests, where encounters with tear gas are not just physical but symbolic—marking the aggressive response to peaceful dissent. The phrase featured on the shirt is a raw testimony to the oppressive tactics often deployed against civil liberties.
The graphic design includes a stylized image of a protestor—calm yet defiant—wearing dark shades and a beanie, evoking imagery of resilience and underground resistance. His quote, framed in a comic-style speech bubble, mimics both protest signage and satirical commentary, drawing inspiration from real-world events where peaceful demonstrators have been met with excessive force. The aesthetic intentionally mirrors street photography and viral protest memes that spread truth far beyond the moment captured.
This shirt is not just apparel; it’s a tribute to protest history. From the civil rights marches to recent global uprisings—such as the George Floyd protests and Hong Kong’s Umbrella Movement—tear gas has become a global symbol of state pushback against public outcry. Wearing this design aligns the wearer with decades of political resistance and public reckoning.
Beyond the message, the shirt resonates as an emblem of solidarity. It invites conversation, awareness, and reflection. Whether worn at rallies, in classrooms, or on city streets, it’s a reminder that freedom of speech must always be louder than the weapons used to silence it. Stand up. Speak out. Wear the truth.
Shipping Policy & Manufacturing Info
Our shirts are made when ordered. Due to the time variability of on-demand manufacturing, we offer 2 options for how quickly you want to receive your order. You can select from the following choices in checkout.Standard Shipping ($4.99+)
- Orders using this option generally arrive 5-10 days (U.S. orders) and it takes 2 weeks for International orders after being manufactured and shipped. (See notes below)
- Manufacturing times for this option vary more around busier times of the year or during extreme circumstances such as covid-19 shutdowns.
Shipping and expedited manufacturing ($19.99+) (U.S. Only)
- Orders using this option jump to the front of the manufacturing queue which can generally save a couple days (or more during busier times of the year).
- It's highly recommended to use this option if you are ordering for a specific event or holiday.
- Orders using this option generally arrive 2-3 days after being manufactured and shipped. (U.S. only)
- Orders using expedited manufacturing will be printed when the next batch of orders are processed which can vary depending on seasonality and other factors.
Please Note:
- We do not guarantee shipping or arrival dates.
- Manufacturing during the majority of the year takes between 1-5 business days (Mon-Fri) however can take more than a week during the heaviest shopping times of the year. Extreme circumstances such as covid-19 may delay order manufacturing and/or shipping by an additional week or more.
- All manufacturing and shipping times mentioned are just estimates and will vary.
- Some of our popular designs may be pre-printed and may ship out faster than less commonly ordered designs/style/color combinations.