Political satire is far older than modern presidents — and it has always survived the powerful who try to silence it. From Aristophanes ribbing Greek politicians to Saturday Night Live lampooning the Oval Office, Selwyn Parker traces the long, funny, and often uncomfortable history of political humour in America.
Political satire is far older than modern presidents — and it has always survived the powerful who try to silence it. From Aristophanes ribbing Greek politicians to Saturday Night Live lampooning the Oval Office, Selwyn Parker traces the long, funny, and often uncomfortable history of political humour in America.