Comedy Quote by Tina Fey
““...Whenever someone says to me, 'Jerry Lewis says women aren't funny,' or 'Christopher Hitchens says women aren't funny,' or 'Rick Fenderman says women aren't funny... Do you have anything to say to that?' Yes. We don't fucking care if you like it. I don't say it out loud, of course, because Jerry Lewis is a great philanthropist, Hitchens is very sick, and the third guy I made up.””
About This Quote
Source TV: 30 Rock, Episode “The Break-Up” (2008)
A satirical jab at dismissive arguments about women’s humor, highlighting absurdity of blaming others for personal biases.
In simple terms: Women’s humor isn’t a joke; the blame is misplaced.
Key Takeaway
Ignore baseless criticism.
Themes
humor
gender
media
satire
Mood
witty
defiant
Type
satirical
commentary
When to use this quote
- stand‑up comedy
- online debates
- media interviews
- social media discourse
Key Concepts
feminism
social critique
celebrity culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront sexist jokes without reinforcing them?
- What role does satire play in challenging stereotypes?
A Different Perspective
The joke may alienate allies if not framed carefully.
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