This I conceive to be the chemical function of humor: to change the character of our thought.
Lin YutangRead
I'm offended by political jokes. Too often they get elected.
Interpretation
Political jokes highlight the absurdity of politicians often being ineffectual or troublesome.
Henny Youngman's quote humorously reflects a cynical view of politics, suggesting that jokes about politicians often resonate with reality as some of them manage to get elected despite their flaws. It implies that political humor not only entertains but also serves to critique the political system, where the ridiculous often becomes the norm.
In practice
This quote could be used during a comedic routine at a political fundraiser.
This I conceive to be the chemical function of humor: to change the character of our thought.
But then acting is all about faking. We're all very good at faking things that we have no competence with.
Last night, we did the Threatdown -- God, it's hard to even talk about this -- and for the first time, I didn't mention bears. It's winter, they're asleep, I didn't think it would be a problem. But today I see this in the Toronto Globe and Mail -- apparently a 700-pound polar bear showed up at a children's hockey game. I've said this before, they're after our kids -- they're tender, juicy, you don't even have to throw away the bones.
If the Martians ever find out how human beings think, they'll kill themselves laughing.
Dad: Honey, have you seen my glasses? I can"t find them. Mom: I haven't seen them. Calvin: (with glasses, to Dad) Calvin, go do something you hate! Being miserable builds character!
When it comes to cars, only two varieties of people are possible - cowards and fools.
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