I used to like Mitch Hedberg.

The real story behind this is that the right is weaponizing the notion of safe spaces to further white supremacy.

Any conversation that Chappelle has with Netflix employees will become fodder for his next stand-up special. The more people try to engage with him the more contrarian he will become. There’s never going to be any real resolution here.

“At some point, when everyone is open, I’m sure our communities will come together,” says a rep for Chappelle.

Dave is doing and saying the things that old white guys used to when they got in trouble with black, brown, and POC communities. “I’m listening” is asking folks to display their pain to you, educate you (without you lifting a finger), and all with no guarantee that you’ll understand or apologize.

Ooh. I really like Warnock’s methodology on that. Doesn’t mess with suspect classes, but hones in on the problem. Could be some other avenues to apply this criteria. 

“I’ve been cancelled,” she exclaimed to the two dozen media outlets that broadcast her words across the planet.

Oh don’t worry, I write for a YouTube channel and I’m well used to xyz insults.  Getting harassed by a Zodiac killer expert was at least memorable unlike these people.  Nothing a good laugh with friends and a Joni Mitchell album can't fix!  Thanks by the way.

“Think for yourself” she says while mindlessly reposting conspiracy theories.

Interesting how Dave took her under his wing because he saw her as a comedian first and a trans woman second. I mean, it’s great that he did that for her. I wonder if any of the women who he mocked for leaving comedy because of Louis and his dick benefitted from that generous spirit. I wonder if he’s using someone he…

it’s entirely clear now that he’s as invested as he is because he’s defending his genuine beliefs

You can pretend you think you're not above them and punch down anyway. 

Hey everyone! This person is ASIAN so you don't get to be upset at hateful trans jokes

Yeah, there’s a reason Dave attacks racism while not having a lot to say about the patriarchy. One of those systems of oppression is working against him, and the other one props him up.

and his takes on a number of issues are cutting edge circa Friends and Seinfeld.

If a comedian never crosses the line, I’m not sure I can respect them.

this is what comedy is, laughing at mostly stupid things youre not supposed to laugh at

Look, if our millionaire comedians can’t make fun of marginalized groups, then don’t the terrorists somehow win?

Said edginess is just saying dude in a dress or I identity as a helicopter.  If I wanted lame repetitive comedy that punches down I'd watch Bill Maher.

Motherfucker driving around with his dick hanging out now wants to hide the dick he had hanging out? Maybe don’t drive around with your dick hanging out, bud, and no one will ask about your dick hanging out-related activities.