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Politics Is A Joke!: How Tv Comedians Are Remaking Political Life
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Does Late Night Political Humor Matter? Are Latenight Comedians Merely Entertaining, Or Do They Have The Power To Influence The Way We Think About Politics And Politicians? Politics Is A Joke! Situates Late Night Comedy In The Historical Context Of Political Humor And Demonstrates How The Public Turn To This Venue For Political Information, And Are In Turn Affected By It.Using Exclusive Data Collected By The Center For Media And Public Affairs, The Authors Conduct A Detailed And Exhaustive Analysis Of Political Jokes On Late Night Tv Shows Dating Back To 1992 In Order To Pinpoint The Main Targets And Themes Of Latenight Comedy. Politics Is A Joke! Uses A Wide Range Of Examples, From Jokes About Politicians' Physical Appearance And Sex Scandals To Jokes About Congress And Even The News Media, To Assess And Understand The Impact Of Political Humor On Political Institutions, Politicians And Their Policies And Behavior.Engagingly Written With Analysis Of Jokes From Comedians Like Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien, Jon Stewart And Stephen Colbert, Politics Is A Joke! Is Essential Reading For Anyone Who Wants To Understand The Crucial Role Late Night Comedy Plays In Our Political Universe And Anyone Who Enjoys A Good Laugh.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Politics Is a Joke!'? A: 'Politics Is a Joke!' explores the influence of late-night political humor on public perceptions of politics and politicians, examining how comedians shape our understanding of political issues.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Politics Is a Joke!'? A: The book is authored by S. Robert Lichter, who contributes his expertise in media and public affairs to the analysis of political humor.
- Q: What kind of analysis does the book provide? A: 'Politics Is a Joke!' includes a detailed analysis of political jokes from late-night TV shows dating back to 1992, identifying key themes and targets in political comedy.
- Q: How many pages does 'Politics Is a Joke!' have? A: The book contains a total of 272 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Politics Is a Joke!'? A: 'Politics Is a Joke!' was published on July 1, 2014.
- Q: Is 'Politics Is a Joke!' available in different formats? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from this book? A: 'Politics Is a Joke!' is ideal for readers interested in media studies, political science, and those who enjoy late-night comedy and its impact on politics.
- Q: Does the book include examples from specific comedians? A: Yes, the book features analyses of jokes from well-known comedians such as Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien, Jon Stewart, and Stephen Colbert.
- Q: What is the significance of political humor according to the book? A: 'Politics Is a Joke!' argues that political humor plays a crucial role in shaping public discourse and influencing political behavior.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Politics Is a Joke!' serves as an essential resource for academic study in the fields of political communication and media analysis.