Why could pizzas be a sign of World War III?

Yesterday afternoon, April 13, the iranian government carried out its threat of retaliation, launching a series of drones and missiles in response to the attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria, where 7 members of the Revolutionary Guard died Iran. As sirens blared and explosions filled the air, the Israeli defense, under the leadership of the United States, scrambled to intercept the drones heading toward Israel.

In the face of this growing tension, President Joe Biden declared his commitment to “Do everything possible to protect Israel’s security.”

As the world watches developments in the Middle East with concern, an intriguing phenomenon is emerging that deserves attention: the “Pizza Meter.”

Over decades, pizzerias near centers of power in Washington D.C. have witnessed sudden increases in their orders, coinciding with critical moments in history.

This curious indicator raises questions about the relationship between popular culture and politics, offering a unique perspective on the way global events are interpreted and anticipated.

A view shows drones or missiles competing for targets in undisclosed locations in northern Israel, early April 14, 2024. Photo: EFE

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Yesterday on the social network In his post, he shared a screenshot showing a notable increase in sales of Papa Johns brand pizzas, near the white house. However, this phenomenon seems to be common for more than 30 years.

Since 1991attentive observers have noticed a surprising pattern: the bigger the political or military crisis, the more pizzas are ordered in key Washington, D.C. locations. Government offices like the White House, Pentagon and Capitolas well as the media, have witnessed spikes in demand for pizza during times of high tension. Frank Meeksowner of multiple Domino’s franchises in the area, has been an unofficial historian of this phenomenon, noting how pizza consumption skyrockets before crucial events.

According to an article published by the Washington Post done in 1998, The “Pizza Meter” has proven itself as an indicator of important events on numerous occasions. During the Persian Gulf War in 1991, pizza orders skyrocketed at the White House and Pentagon just before the conflict broke out. Similarly, Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait was preceded by record late-night pizza deliveries at the Pentagon and the CIA. These patterns did not go unnoticed by observers, who began to associate the increase in demand for pizza with events of geopolitical importance.

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Even in more recent times, the “Pizza Meter” has proven its relevance. During the impeachment process in Congress, as well as other times of political crisis, pizzerias in the vicinity of government institutions have seen an increase in their orders.

The recent search for votes for the presidency of the House of Representatives by Kevin McCarthy It also set off a pizza-ordering frenzy at the Capitol, reminding many of the connection between pizza and political events.

Increase in pizza orders near the Pentagon Photo: Screenshot and X

Increase in pizza orders near the Pentagon Photo: Screenshot and X

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Yesterday, there was a notable increase in pizza orders in Washington DC, which has usually preceded important events. Hours later, sWorrying revelations emerged: Iranian Foreign Minister Hosein Amir Abdolahian threatened the United States with attacking its military bases in the Middle East if Washington uses them to “defend and support” to Israel. Abdolahian warned that any US support for the Tel Aviv regime would result in attacks on US bases in the region.

Although it may seem anecdotal, the “Pizza Meter” phenomenon raises fascinating questions about the relationship between popular culture and politics, as well as the human ability to perceive and react to unexpected signals. Could pizza consumption be a barometer of collective anxiety about the risk of conflict? Or is it just a peculiar coincidence? Whatever the answer, the “Pizza Meter” certainly offers a unique perspective on how we interpret and anticipate global events.

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