Should comedians have boundaries?

[CourageTCD]

Jumpin said:

CourageTCD said:

Imagine choosing "Minority groups won't feel safe in my society... at least, spreading racism and bigotry is allowed!" over "I can't be racist or spread bigotry, not even under a so-called joke... at least, minority groups can feel safe in my society and are protected by the State in any case of prejudice!"

This is about comedy shows, not Trump rallies. Do you not understand the difference? Comedy is entertainment, typically the inappropriate sort that crosses a line - otherwise it’s lame.

When comedians like Jimmy Carr, Ricky Gervais, and Anthony Jeselnik are rattling on about sexually abusing children, do you actually think they’re advocating for that? Do you think Jimmy Carr’s dark comedy acts about genocide and Nazism are thinly veiled propaganda?

I don't know these people and, based on the things you said here, I'm glad I don't