The Ethics of Writing Satire

Satire has teeth, but it also needs a conscience. Just because you can mock something doesn�t mean you should � unless it�s a cable news chyron. The best satire holds up a mirror to power, not a magnifying glass to pain. Know your target. Understand context. Don�t hide cruelty behind cleverness. Satire should provoke thought, not just provoke. If your punchline leaves you feeling smug but your audience feels punched � you may have missed the mark. Good satire stings. Great satire heals by wounding the right thing. HOW TO WRITE COMEDY: https://comedywriter.info/the-ethics-of-writing-satire/ AND http://comedywriter.info/