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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@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Can satire go too far, and if so, where do you personally draw the line?
@9H8MSMT2yrs2Y
There's a limit to everything, satire can 100% go too far but people should have freedom of speech, up until they threaten people or incite something. People also have a moral responsibility to know what they should and shouldn't say.
@9H7TQYJ2yrs2Y
Satire should only be used in appropriate settings and I draw the line at personal and sensitive topics such as one's health and family.
@9HBTK3SRepublican2yrs2Y
Satire should only be used in appropriate settings and I draw the line at personal and sensitive topics such as one's health and family.
@9H7RNV52yrs2Y
When it gets too aggressive to the point where it's harassment. Not everyone has the same perspective. So if someone can't take a "joke" you should not be considered in the wrong
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
What is your reaction to a satirical piece that challenges a belief you hold strongly?
@9H8DTXS2yrs2Y
Depending on the belief, i would mentally challenge what it is saying, I would defend my own belief to myself, so I can think clearly about what I believe.
@9H8RSVR2yrs2Y
I believe that an individual is able to prove their point without degrading another persons views and opinions. When you are trying to persuade someone it’s way more convincing to prove your points rather than say the other person is wrong the whole time.
@9H85H4T2yrs2Y
Just because I believe something, doesn't mean everyone else does and because free speech is a thing, anyone can oppose my beliefs at any time. Therefore a satirical piece that challenges a strong belief would leave me unbothered.
@9H8HPPT2yrs2Y
I try to take it with a grain of salt. It is a satire so I can't be too upset that I chose to read the piece and expected it to be of my beliefs. Though, I do hope it's done in good taste and not just something to get clout. I hope it provides a valid opinion in at least some way.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How does age affect one's ability to understand and appreciate the layers of meaning in a satirical work?
@9J33GYK1yr1Y
Kinds may not understand satire and not know the serious part of it and continue to make jokes about sonething that shouldnt be joked about.
@9J43J3M 1yr1Y
This younger generation is soft and get hurt over something little as if someone gets their pronouns wrong when back then no one cared or started crying over little stuff.
@9J33WS81yr1Y
People become more mature and develop their understanding more.
@9J33JC31yr1Y
A fair amount. anyone over 75 should have to pass a cognitive function test first.
@9J33R661yr1Y
satire could make people feel better at a work place
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How do you think satire affects the public's willingness to discuss uncomfortable topics?
@9L8D3WB1yr1Y
Satire's use for the purpose of politics makes people cautious of what they are going to talk about.
@9L8CWVM1yr1Y
It makes the public be uncomfortable to say stuff because they don’t know if they’re going to be judged on their opinion or not.
@9L8CV9B1yr1Y
It makes it difficult when it comes to find out the real problems people have
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Discuss a scenario where satire helped you or someone you know to broach a sensitive or controversial subject.
when talking to my friends parents who do not share the same political opinions as me
@9J6MB8H1yr1Y
i have friends that are more extreme than me but with a good sense of humor we could talk without worry
@9J6LZSK1yr1Y
When my mom and I 'discuss' political people. We never agree about anything but I keep things satire and mellowed out so she doesn't freak out lol.
@9J6LMHV1yr1Y
To review in an argument how someone sounds to themselves.
@9J6JWDT1yr1Y
Talking about things in "theory" allows them to address current issues.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Can humor mask the seriousness of an issue, or does it enhance your ability to engage with it?
@9J33XCN1yr1Y
Satire enhances your ability to engage with a serious topic. It lets people's guard down, makes them think about it on a more simple level, and really gets to the root of the problem. It can highlight how silly and stupid some of the things going on in our society are, and make people less afraid to talk about certain things.
@9J33VPM1yr1Y
It depends on the context- sometimes humor is a way to avoid serious issues, but sometimes it can be a way of highlighting aspects of an issue not otherwise considered.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How did a satirical message spark a discussion or debate in your life that led to a deeper understanding of an issue?
@9J39BDJRepublican 1yr1Y
I've had conversations before where I am informed about something unjust happening, and I immediately start to argue that it is and that something needs to be done. I'm given more information on the subject and matters and that arouses more questions on how this happened and why, and as the discussion goes on there is more information given and thus understanding of the situation.
@9HTP9BNConstitution2yrs2Y
For me, it was satire about the Covid vaccine that really introduced me to the world of politics and showed me that the government's enforcement of anything medical is stupid (remember my body, my choice?). It got me thinking and started me down the rabbit hole of political information that I know today.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you feel that satire is an effective way to engage people with political issues?
@9H9JHCM2yrs2Y
I think it is effective if it relates to the people seeing it want.
@9H9JFZHRepublican2yrs2Y
yes, but be professional and be able to back your remarks up
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
What personal experience have you had that shows the power or the pitfalls of using humor to deliver a serious message?
politicians lying saying they will make great change
@9J32Z9S1yr1Y
Failed humor can close connections as I learned when attempting to use humor to console a friend regarding the death of their cat.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How might satire play a role in shaping your political or social awareness during significant historical events?
@9J32MQP1yr1Y
Not many people will see the reality and truth behind historical events.
@9J32877Republican1yr1Y
I enjoy the Satire because it shows people what they are doing wrong and how stupid they look when doing it. It is also if you are going to do something and someone calls you out for it you should change it if it is something that is that serious.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How can satire give voice to those who feel powerless or marginalized within societal structures?
@9HP38X42yrs2Y
Satire can give voices to people who would otherwise not have a voice, it reaches across many people and is mainly universal. However, it is also important to note that saying harmful things can and has a history of insighting violence and tragedy.
@9HP37K52yrs2Y
Chance to use humor to bring down those in power who are corrupted and voice how they feel about the law in an appealing way that can get them more supporters.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
When humor targets a societal flaw, how does it affect your perception of the issue?
@9J33LYWRepublican1yr1Y
It doesn't it was humor and should only be taken as a joke with the exception if it goes to far and is hate speech or harassment.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Why do you think satire remains popular in various forms of media?
@9JSFGTX1yr1Y
Because of the jokes relating towards the audience.
@9JSF2G3Republican1yr1Y
It is funny and can make people think about how things work.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Could satire serve as a gateway to engaging with civic issues for those who typically avoid politics?
@9HTLNW42yrs2Y
On a level, yes using satire can teach people they didn't know about politics until now.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What role do you think humor has in addressing sensitive issues?
@9JC6JL7 1yr1Y
Humor is used too often, especially nowadays, and it sometimes downplays serious issues.
@9JB4LCHRepublican1yr1Y
I believe humor is a good addition to speeches and conversations; however, there is a fine line between being funny and being offensive or durogatory.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
When satire exaggerates reality, does it help you identify the underlying truths of the situation more clearly?
@9HKYKM72yrs2Y
As long as it is used to teach and not to degrade another person or party
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How do you determine whether a satirical piece is simply making a joke or aiming to drive social change?
@LancinatorDemocrat 1yr1Y
by determining the level of compassion and sincerity of the joke.
@9J7TL6G1yr1Y
50% - 50%. Today it matters; for **** ed up raisons.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Describe a time when satire made you uncomfortable but also made you think critically about why you felt that way.
@9J339651yr1Y
Satire doesn't make me uncomfortable unless it's a hard self reflection
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Can recollecting a satire piece make you reconsider the message behind the humor?
@9JD32SC1yr1Y
Yes. There are many "satire" pieces that, in reality, are very bad and cruel, insighting violence.
Yes because it helps you be able to maybe reconsider your beliefs even if it is just funny but the message behind is definitely important to try and understand.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How might encountering satire unexpectedly online shape your day or mood?
@9K9X4TT1yr1Y
Satire is a powerful tool of political commentary and can help lift my mood when it is seen online.
@9K96WXZRepublican 1yr1Y
I may say things to my friends that seem completely awful and wrong but it's just a way my friends and I joke. Call it dark humour if you must.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How do you decide when satire effectively critiques society versus when it's simply mocking without purpose?
@9HKYLLN2yrs2Y
I think it can only be seen by the author's intentions with their work of satire. Mocking people without purpose is not illegal, though I think it's quite crude, so I don't think we should judge works of satire based on their effectiveness.
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@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What’s your opinion on satirical works that appear to punch down rather than up?
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Can a piece of satire affect the reputation of a political figure, and should the potential consequences be a concern?
@9HLKB4M2yrs2Y
I think satire used as a way to express opinions or oppose/challenge certain ideals should definitely be allowed because that is a part of free speech. However, if it's made with the intent to harm someone's reputation and/or ruin their life in some way, that's harmful and should be more restricted.
@9HLK9DX2yrs2Y
Not as long as stated as satire. Politics is a rough and tumble occupation and requires a thick skin
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Has a satirical comment ever made you view a societal norm differently?
@9JDV3RNIndependent1yr1Y
Yes, satirical comments can definitely help be see societal norms differently.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you were a satirist, what current event would you tackle and why?
@9K9LW6J1yr1Y
The presidential election because Nikki Haley is a joke
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
When does satire empower positive change, and can you think of an example where it did so?
@9H7JJ6V2yrs2Y
I think humor can be an effective tool as long as the person joking actually knows what their joking about.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Would you use satire to express your opinions on a controversial issue, why or why not?
@9H623S42yrs2Y
Yes. Satire is an easy way to present your opinions in an ongoing issue.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Should satirists hold back with their ridicule out of respect for public figures, why or why not?
@9H678FZ2yrs2Y
I do not think so, unless the satire can be classified as an act of treason.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you believe satire can cause actual harm, or is it always just harmless humor?
@9H3TBWW2yrs2Y
Well done satire is meant to be digestible but bitter; it is political as well as literary. Satire toes a line, but it always has--definitionally. It isn't meant to be harmless; it is meant to cause change. The issue is how the satire is digested and disseminated. Can any information, shared without proper context, cause harm? Yes. Therefore, satire can cause actual harm, but just as any number of statements shared thoughtlessly or lacking context can.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How would you feel if a satirical piece targeted something you deeply care about?
@9H565R6Women’s Equality2yrs2Y
I would keep it to myself as long as they aren't bothering me with and if i does bother me a lot i'll speak up about it and let them know it makes me feel the way it makes me feel.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
When satire mimics reality closely, how does it influence your perception of the truth?
@9K9THC81yr1Y
I do my own research, so if it makes me think, I'll research the topic instead of letting it form my opinion. People can make great arguments but aren't always right. Satire is a form of speech and should be protected.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Can satire bridge the gap between opposing political views, or does it deepen the divide?
@9H7HNWGIndependent2yrs2Y
Can bridge. It’s been around forever. People are far too eager to cancel things these days and it is annoying. Grab some humor. It’s free.
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