Humorists And Cartoonists, Endgame
Because of rising cancel culture controversies, humorists, comedians and cartoonists now find themselves in a tough spot. The debate around woke has brought culture wars to the forefront of mainstream media. Some cry out for censorship while others demand the respect of minority rights to stop past and present discrimination. As a result, comedians and press cartoonists alike fight against all odds to defend freedom of speech, while the watchdogs of minority cultures stand on high alert. It only takes one tweet to unleash social media storms that have the power to jeopardize or shatter an artist’s career. With the king's fools in the hot seat, it’s as if our society did not dare to laugh anymore. How to treat minorities with respect while keeping a sense of humor? Our journalists investigate.
Related Titles