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Best Political Instagrams of 2014

  • Kelsey Lucas

    • "Met the best-dressed man in show business, Billy F Gibbons from @ZZTop, during a ceremony at the @USCapitol earlier this week." -- @SpeakerBoehner Instagram

    Instagram isn’t just for preteens and Justin Bieber anymore. Politicians all over the nation have embraced the photo-posting app to better engage with their constituents, give their followers an inside look to life as a senator … or president of the United States.

    As more politicos join the Instagram revolution, more photos pop up revealing a new side of the American politician. From selfies to elementary photos, here’s a look at some of the best politico Instagrams of 2014.

    The Biden-Obama selfie.

    Pals. (h/t @VP)

    A photo posted by The White House (@whitehouse) on

    The ‘gram where Rep. Aaron Shock, R-Ill., posed with this guy.

    They’re really patriotic in Henry, IL #birthdaysuit ???????????????????????? A photo posted by Aaron Schock (@aaronschock) on


    There’s also this ‘gram where he posed with this girl, music superstar Ariana Grande.

     

    Java ?? @starbucks w/ @arianagrande #coffeeforakiss Good luck tonight! #AmericanMusicAwards ????????????

    A photo posted by Aaron Schock (@aaronschock) on

    When Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., posted a new “#FridayPuppy” picture each week.

      In honor of National Pet Week, meet Truman – a lucky rescue who found a home with one of my staffers. #FridayPuppy   A photo posted by Darrell Issa (@darrellissa) on

    #Halloween bonus! Heidi is ready to greet trick-or-treaters!! #FridayPuppy A photo posted by Darrell Issa (@darrellissa) on

    Issa even brought his Instagram snapping into his haircut.

      Time for a trim.   A photo posted by Darrell Issa (@darrellissa) on


    On the day of Colbert Report’s last episode, Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., posted this throwback.

    The Nation mourns as @thecolbertreport’s grand finale airs this evening — a loss for “truthiness” advocates across America! I’m proud to dedicate this #ThrowbackThursday in your honor, @stephencolbert: goo.gl/D0akns (VIDEO) #TBT

    A photo posted by Nancy Pelosi (@nancypelosi) on

    A little Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, made an appearance.

      As school bells ring in a new year across the country, a special #BackToSchool #TBT   A photo posted by Ted Cruz (@sentedcruz) on


    Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla.,  celebrated the end of a fast with a Starbucks snap.

     

    Not a bad way to #breakthefast. Grande Mocha Light Frappuccino w/ 1 pump of toffee nut syrup! #DWSdrink Ahhhhh #YomKippur

    A photo posted by Debbie Wasserman Schultz (@dwstweets) on


    She also debuted a second Instagram account in 2014 — a page devoted to recipes and food photos.

      I created this IG account after two months of exploring a healthy cooking, clean eating lifestyle. I have never cooked before, really (except for Tollhouse chocolate chip cookies w/ my kids). Once, I didn’t realize water wasn’t boiling b/c the new gas stove wasn’t connected for three months! I started this journey because I wanted to feel healthier, lose some weight after gaining weight following breast cancer and set an example for my 3 amazing kids (and my hubby who has now decided to eat healthy and can’t believe I’m cooking after 23 years of marriage). I’ve been inspired after finding the accounts tagged here. Follow me as I explore through this newfound journey. Oh yes, I’m also a Member of the U. S. House of Representatives from #Florida. Follow me at @DWStweets for political and personal posts if interested! cc: @thenutritionaddiction @fitnfab_mama @thesmoothiejar @funfitnessfoods @healthyalways @healthyhappyhome @deliciouslyella @lovehealthfitness @befitsnacks @withpeanutbutterontop @yourdailyshake @smoothie_planet @feelgoodfoodie @ifoodfitness @bethehappysoul @healthyfitnessmeals @fittestfoodz @planksloveandguacamole @fitnfab_mama @charlottejessicabeer @fitseed   A photo posted by Debbie Wasserman Schultz (@cleancookingcongresswoman) on


    In interviews, Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., prefers to wear jeans. On Instagram, he proved he likes baseball pants.

     

    This morning, #GOP held the 1st practice of the season. Looking forward to this year’s #CongressionalBaseballGame!

    A photo posted by Senator Rand Paul (@senatorrandpaul) on

      Excited for tonight’s annual Congressional Baseball Game for charity! I’ll be playing outfield for the Republican team. Check out team Paul’s t-shirts   A photo posted by Senator Rand Paul (@senatorrandpaul) on


    On Instagram, Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev., is quite the ladies man.

     

    Celebrating Tule Springs, Nevada’s new national monument

    A photo posted by Senator Harry Reid (@senatorreid) on


    In traditional Instagram fashion, Rep. John Boehner, R-Ohio, posted a lot of classic politico throw backs like these.

    #TBT to a 1986 summer parade with the best two daughters a dad could hope for. #ThrowbackThursday A photo posted by Speaker John Boehner (@speakerboehner) on

    Happy first week of fall. #TBT from 1993, back home in West Chester #Ohio

    A photo posted by Speaker John Boehner (@speakerboehner) on


    Michelle Obama only “turnipped” for what.

    Hey, @Alphacat. The First Lady wants to know… #TurnipForWhat? #AskTheFirstLady #TD4W

    A video posted by First Lady Michelle Obama (@michelleobama) on



    New House majority leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., is soOoOoO romantic on his ‘gram.

     

    Serendipitous birthday celebration for @ja_mccarthy #iamaluckyman

    A photo posted by Rep. Kevin McCarthy (@repkevinmccarthy) on

    Twenty-two years ago we joined together in a love that will last an eternity. Happy Anniversary. I love you A photo posted by Rep. Kevin McCarthy (@repkevinmccarthy) on

    Happy Valentine’s Day to love of my life

    A photo posted by Rep. Kevin McCarthy (@repkevinmccarthy) on


    When season two of the Netflix drama “House of Cards” premiered in February, McCarthy hung out with actor Kevin Spacey. McCarthy, former majority whip, helped Spacey plan for his role as whip on the show.

    @HouseOfCards premiere season 2. It is going to be a long weekend A photo posted by Rep. Kevin McCarthy (@repkevinmccarthy) on


    Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., made it his online mission to snap a selfie with every single one of his Senate colleagues. It looks like he’ll finish the quest in 2015.

     

    13th in my 99 part Instagram series: Selfies With My Fellow Senators. Here with Senator Harry Reid of Nevada. He is the Senate Majority Leader. As a candidate, he revealed himself to me in a meaningful way. During my primary, my father had a stoke in Nevada and eventually died there. After the stroke and before his passing, Harry Reid showed my family extraordinary kindness – even going to my father’s bedside and sitting with him during his final days as I was in New Jersey. His spirit helped bring us comfort during a painful time. While much can be said about Harry Reid professionally, my opinion of him will always begin and end with the same conclusion: He is a profoundly kind, caring, compassionate and decent man. It is a great honor to serve with him.

    A photo posted by Cory Booker (@corybooker) on

    Rep. Sean Duffy, R-Wis., released a viral video called “But first…#letmetakeaselfie” in late April. It was a selfie video set on Capitol Hill. His Instragram quickly rose to the top politico account to follow.

    His last Budget Resolution markup as Budget Committee Chairman. Well done, my friend. #selfie A photo posted by Rep. Sean Duffy (@repseanduffy) on


    …and soon everyone wanted a part of the Duffy Instagram.

     

    Great morning for a Capitol #selfie with an awesome group of rising freshmen from Merrill. #dc #dcsummer #latergram

    A photo posted by Rep. Sean Duffy (@repseanduffy) on

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