Correct the Record originally referred to a Super PAC launched during the 2016 US Presidential election, aimed at defending political candidates against online criticism. The phrase quickly evolved into a meme on platforms like Reddit and 4chan, where users accused one another of being paid shills or 'CTR operatives' when defending specific viewpoints. Today, the meme is used more broadly to mock aggressive online arguments, corporate astroturfing, or any situation where someone seems suspiciously dedicated to fixing a public narrative. It serves as a sarcastic commentary on the authenticity of online discourse and the perceived influence of organized influence campaigns in digital spaces.