so-soOne of many books capitalizing on the culture. I didn‘t know she was a comedian. A decent book. Nothing too new as far as ideas. But she does well supporting the notion that cancel culture and wokeness is curtailing speech, especially humor. We live on eggshells trying not to hurt feelings. Ultimately like many, I‘m exhausted.
pick64/150 In the cancel culture age we live in now, this book is very relevant. Humor is such a subjective thing, what makes some people laugh, offends other people. Who gets to decide what's funny and what's not? There are several popular comedians who I don't find funny at all, even a little offensive, but I'd fight for their right to speak. If humor isn't pushing boundaries, maybe sometimes in bad taste, maybe sometimes ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Readers who enjoyed this book might also enjoy "Woke Racism" by John McWhorter.
pickTimely and much needed!
She's referring to The Vagina Monologues.
