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The inconsistency raises questions about the standards Hollywood applies to political discourse. While condemning some voices for their beliefs, the industry seems to overlook or even promote others who make provocative or dangerous statements, especially when they serve a particular political narrative.
The Broader Implications
This phenomenon isn’t just about humor or vulgar jokes; it reflects a deeper cultural malaise. The fact that figures in entertainment can joke about violence against a sitting or former president mere days after a real assassination attempt speaks to a troubling normalization of political violence and division. It also highlights the loss of perspective—a growing tendency to prioritize ideological battles over civility and common decency.