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Satire

You believe that humor and irony can effectively expose and critique societal issues, leading to positive change and increased awareness.

Satire is not a political ideology in itself, but rather a literary and artistic method used to critique, mock, or ridicule political ideologies, figures, and events. It is a form of expression that uses humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues. Satire has been used throughout history as a tool to provoke thought, stimulate debate, and even incite change.

The history of satire as a political tool can be traced back to ancient times. In Ancient Greece,…  

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 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

Can satire go too far, and if so, where do you personally draw the line?

 @9H98FRNfrom Manitoba answered…6mos6MO

If it starts to target a group of people negatively and it start to c ause people mental or physical harm then it should be stopped immediatly

 @9H6D3C4from Ontario answered…6mos6MO

I think that satire cant go to far you just have to not be soft.

 @9HBCS73Greenfrom Ontario answered…6mos6MO

Satire is meant to be funny and not taken seriously. It's for entertainment purposes only. It only goes too far when the viewer takes it too far.

 @9H5RZMYfrom Ontario answered…6mos6MO

Satire can definitely go too far. If the Satire is misinforming people, if it is encouraging or inciting hate and violence towards certain groups of people then it has gone too far. For example, many Western comedians will make fun of other religions and cultures claiming it is satire but only reinstating harmful stereotypes which leads to tangible negative consequences.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

Do you feel that satire is an effective way to engage people with political issues?

 @9H6F42NLiberalfrom Ontario answered…6mos6MO

No Satire is not a way to demonstrates political issues as sarcasm should not be used when the issue is very serious.

 @9H6DWPWfrom Ontario answered…6mos6MO

Satire is a more light hearted way of engaging people with political issues and rather than making them fearful of current situations. It is also for entertaining rather than serious which can help people stay calm in most situations.

 @9H6FW7Zfrom Ontario answered…6mos6MO

No, because political issues are serious and can decide a person's future.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

Does satire’s capacity to offend make it more or less valuable in public discourse?

 @9KSD8RJLiberalfrom British Columbia commented…2mos2MO

decorm, and respect are lost when people choose to us satire.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

In your experience, does satire help to surface hidden biases or prejudices that might otherwise go unchallenged?

 @9J33NQBfrom Alberta answered…4mos4MO

Yes of course it does because mockery allows individuals to realize flaws and be enlightened through a distinct variation in expressing a perspective.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

Describe a time when satire made you uncomfortable but also made you think critically about why you felt that way.

 @9J33C4Ffrom Alberta answered…4mos4MO

I love satire, I make the joke that women shouldn't vote all the time.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…5mos5MO

If satire vanished tomorrow, how would its absence affect public discourse and our ability to tackle challenging issues?

 @9HSK65S from Guam answered…5mos5MO

Other days tomorrow and challenge the behavior got issues by Israel government who's difficult trying very hards manage betters

 @ISIDEWITHasked…5mos5MO

In what ways can satire offer a sense of solidarity or community in facing societal and political challenges?

 @9HSJN2Danswered…5mos5MO

The side-effect of teasing is that it humanizes and draws sympathy for the powerful individual towards which it is directed. Satire instead uses the comic to go against power and its oppressions, has a subversive character, and a moral dimension which draws judgement against its targets

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

Where do you see satire intersecting with your freedom of speech and does it hold a special place?

 @9L4PZ2KConservativefrom Saskatchewan answered…2mos2MO

Yes because i was born and rasied here and they deserve to hear from the people who have been here and know what is going on

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3mos3MO

Can satire offer comfort or solidarity in times of social or political unrest, and how so?

 @9K9T2CCLiberalfrom Alberta answered…3mos3MO

Comfort in knowing others share your beliefs. Fart

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

How has a piece of satire made you think twice about laughing at someone or something?

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When satire is shared within your online circles, how does it influence your perceptions of the sharers?

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What's your experience with satirical content that has a call to action; did it inspire you to do something?

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How has a satire ever clarified your understanding or exposed misconceptions you held about a political issue?

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How do you think satire affects the public's willingness to discuss uncomfortable topics?

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Have you noticed any cultural differences in how satire is perceived and can you give an example?

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How would you feel if a satirical sketch mirrored a challenging experience you've had?

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Have you ever witnessed satire unwittingly perpetuating the stereotypes or behaviors it seeks to criticize?

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In what ways has a satirist or comedian’s perspective led you to a moment of genuine self-reflection?

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Have you ever been caught off guard by the sharp edge of a satirical comment and what did that moment teach you?

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Can you share an experience where humor helped you digest a hard truth about the world?

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How differently would you understand current events if satire was your only news source?

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When have you laughed at a satirical piece and then felt compelled to learn more about the real issue behind it?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3mos3MO

Describe your feelings when satire reveals hypocrisy in a system you trust; does it inspire action or cynicism?

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In what ways might satire challenge or reinforce your relationship with authority figures?

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What's your stance on the educational role that satire can play, particularly when tackling historical events?

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How would you feel if a satirical work opened your eyes to an injustice you had previously been unaware of?

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If you were a satirist, what current event would you tackle and why?

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When satire mimics reality closely, how does it influence your perception of the truth?

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How does the notion of 'punching up' in satire align with your sense of justice or fairness?

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How might encountering satire unexpectedly online shape your day or mood?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

How do you think your personal bias affects your interpretation of satirical content?

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Can recollecting a satire piece make you reconsider the message behind the humor?

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When a celebrity or politician is parodied, does it change your perception of them?

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Do you think satire strengthens or weakens the arguments it makes fun of?

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Why do you think satire remains popular in various forms of media?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

What’s your opinion on satirical works that appear to punch down rather than up?