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Political Comedy articles on Democracy Chronicles
This Political Comedy section highlights the best and worst from the great wide world of political satire, using the power of laughter to expose corruption and buttress democracy. Also see our Democracy Artists section or our articles on Political Art.
Turkish Satirists Targeted Amid Crackdown on Dissent
Among the widening campaign of post-coup arrests snags Turkish satirists famous for making fun of government
Comedian Eddie Izzard Running For Office
Eddie Izzard wants to be elected National Executive Committee for the United Kingdom’s Labour Party
Segment From Daily Show Referenced in Voter ID Court Ruling
Unusual court ruling in crucial North Carolina voter ID case is where Daily Show referenced
Jon Stewart Responds To Presidential Debate Petition
Jon Stewart is being urged by his fans to volunteer as a debate moderator for Presidential candidates
The Daily Show Going Live to Cover Party Conventions
Trevor Noah and the Daily Show going live to cover Republican and Democratic Conventions
Jim Jefferies Goes Political in Latest Netflix Special “Freedumb”
WATCH: American politics gets lampooned by Australian stand-up comedian Jim Jefferies
The Adventures of an Icelandic Comedian in Politics
Icelandic comedian Jon Gnarr won a seat as mayor of Reykjavik to continue his assault on system
‘The Daily Show’ Breaks Down Clinton FBI Decision
Comedian Trevor Noah’s take on the recent Clinton FBI decision by Director James Comey
VIDEO: Colbert Pokes Fun at Trump Overseas Fundraising
Allegations of illegal Trump overseas fundraising for election are butt of jokes for Colbert