Late night comedian Samantha Bee gives her take on the similarities between Brexit voters and Trump
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.
John Oliver Slams Broken Primary Election Process
HBO comedian takes aim at the broken primary election system for choosing two unloved leaders
How Trevor Noah is Filling Jon Stewart’s Shoes
Comedian Trevor Noah is attempting to follow predecessor Stewart with his own brand of politics
Pandering Shows How Disconnected Clinton is From Voters
In 2016, voters are catching on to Clinton’s flawed attempts to appear authentic and down-to-Earth. Clinton’s reputation to say or do anything for political expediency.
VIDEO: John Oliver Breaks Down Congressional Fundraising
Ridiculous nature of congressional fundraising exposed by political comedian John Oliver
Seeking Justice For Arrested Burundian Comedian
Burundian comedian Alfred Aubin Mugenzi, known as Gigingi, was released after prison time
VIDEO: Slovenian Putin Parody is a Big Internet Hit
Slovenian comedian Klemen Slakonja made the viral Putin parody taking Europe by storm
The Viral Popularity of a Syrian Satirist
Syrian satirist and filmmaker Firas Alshater has become an internet sensation on his YouTube
How Much Would Buying Egyptian Dictator Sisi Cost?
After Egypt dictator Sisi offered to sell himself for nation, residents take chance to poke fun
Top 9 Political Thriller Movies For an Election Year
Election controversies make great fodder for political thriller movies about American voting drama