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Essays
So You’re a Subversive Artist, Are You?
Nick Gillespie warns against self-congratulation, by comedians or anyone else: Most art is virtue signaling, and comedy is no different.
Essays
Unfortunate Haircuts and Causes to Die For
On the unexpected similarities between comedy and running for public office.
Essays
A Different Comedy Nightmare
Comedians need to challenge their audiences, too; if they don't, they're not doing their jobs.
Essays
Bombing on Stage: Comedy as Political Resistance
Jeremy McLellan explains why we'll always have comedy, and why it will always make people uncomfortable.
Issues
The Very Serious Comedy Issue
Comedy often persuades. How does it do that? Why does it do that? Should it?