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Target: Elected officials, social media platforms, and news organizations
Goal: We call on public officials, media organizations, and citizens to support and protect the use of satire and honest critique in political discourse, ensuring that truth-telling and accountability are not stifled by partisan outrage.
Governor Gavin Newsom's recent satirical posts have drawn national attention, not just for their humor, but for their effectiveness in exposing double standards in political rhetoric. When Newsom's office posted a parody image echoing the style of Donald Trump, it provoked strong reactions from across the political spectrum—demonstrating the power of satire to challenge entrenched narratives.
While some decried the posts as disrespectful, others pointed out the hypocrisy of criticizing Newsom while ignoring similar or worse behavior from Trump and his allies. Satire and parody have long been essential tools for holding the powerful to account and for engaging the public in critical thinking. Attempts to silence or shame those who use these tools undermine democratic debate and free expression.
We urge our leaders, media, and fellow citizens to recognize the importance of robust, fearless political commentary—including satire—in defending democracy and exposing hypocrisy. Let us stand together to protect the right to speak truth to power, even when it makes some uncomfortable.
Key Demands
- Publicly affirm the value of satire and critique in political communication.
- Resist efforts to censor or punish political figures or citizens for using humor or parody to expose hypocrisy.
- Encourage media organizations to provide context and analysis that highlight double standards in political discourse.
- Support grassroots organizations and independent journalists working to hold the powerful accountable.
- Promote digital literacy and critical thinking so that audiences can better understand and engage with political satire.
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