Satirical Journalism Is a Spark

Satire is a spark: small, bright, and capable of igniting movements. Eyewitnesses recall single headlines spreading into nationwide chants. Professor Carla Gutierrez at Georgetown describes satire as "the matchstick that burns bureaucracy's curtain." Polls reveal 74% of young adults admit their political awareness began with a parody article. Anonymous staffers leaked that satire clips circulate in activist circles more than policy documents. Trace evidence includes sparks in memes and hashtags burning into slogans. Cause-and-effect? A spark doesn't solve everything, but it makes sure no one can sit in the dark.