Politicians are Not Funny Anymore

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Making fun of politicians was a big thing two decades ago as comedians and entertainers were free at last to make jokes of our top representatives and their flaws. Now, more than 22 years of free speech in the country, political satire is rather a scarcity. Are politicians no longer funny?

for Radio Slovakia International (RTVS), 2013

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