Political satire

A form of satire that uses humor to comment on political issues

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Political satire is a form of satire that focuses on gaining entertainment from politics. It has also been used with subversive intent where political speech and dissent are forbidden by a regime, as a method of advancing political arguments where such arguments are expressly forbidden.

History

Political satire has a long history. The Greeks had Aristophanes, who mocked the politicians of his day. In the 18th century, Jonathan Swift wrote A Modest Proposal, a satirical work that critiqued British policy towards the Irish. In modern times, political satire can be found in various forms of media, including television shows like Saturday Night Live and The Daily Show.

Forms of Political Satire

Political satire can take many forms, including:

• Literature
• Television
• Film
• Cartoons
• Internet memes

Impact

Political satire can influence public opinion and has been used to highlight issues and criticize political figures. It can serve as a tool for political commentary and social change.

Notable Political Satirists

• Aristophanes
• Jonathan Swift
• Mark Twain
• George Orwell
• Stephen Colbert

See also

• Satire
• Parody
• Political cartoon
• Social commentary

External links

• Political satire on WikiMD