Blame Quote by P. J. O'Rourke
“It is important to remember when making jokes about women, that they are not a minority. They weren't captured on another continent and brought here in leg-irons (funny shoes, yes, but not leg-irons) and Hitler didn't blame them for Germany's loss in WWI. Therefore, you can make any kind of fun of them you want.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Satirical column, 1990, United States
He argues that women, being a majority, are fair game for jokes, dismissing historical oppression as irrelevant to humor.
In simple terms: Women are a majority, so jokes about them are okay.
Key Takeaway
Use humor freely about women.
Themes
gender
humor
political correctness
majority
satire
Mood
ironic
provocative
Type
satirical
political
When to use this quote
- stand‑up comedy
- writing satire
- media commentary
- public discourse
Key Concepts
social critique
free speech
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it ethical to joke about majority groups?
- How does humor affect gender perceptions?
A Different Perspective
Risks reinforcing sexism and trivializing oppression.
