
Satire in the Age of Cancel Culture
For German cartoonist Bernd Zeller, the more sacred the political consensus becomes, the richer the material.

For German cartoonist Bernd Zeller, the more sacred the political consensus becomes, the richer the material.

The latest victim of the German hate-speech regime is respected journalist Norbert Bolz—for daring to post satire.

The public offensive aims to drive press titles deemed dangerous underground.

The case highlights a troubling trend in Germany, where the ruling elites are increasingly using law enforcement to suppress dissent and stifle opposition voices.
Ordinary citizens are being intimidated from criticising public figures.

Leading politicians now find comedy and satire criticising their work “unbearable.”

Critics warn that litigation risks stifling legitimate criticism and satire in Germany.

Recent police raids over satirical memes highlight the growing erosion of free speech in the country.

“The right to use political satire is also an important part of freedom of speech,” Richard Jomshof said.

If one picked up this book expecting a genuine defence of COVID restrictions, one would soon be disabused of that notion. It is both hilarious and deadly serious, obliging the reader to remember all the traumas that befell us.