A guy says, 'I hate Jews,' and I said, 'Why?' He goes, 'Because they killed my God.' They believe that. If I believed that the Jews killed my God, I'd worship the Jews, 'cause shit, there's some badasses on that team, man. I haven't seen God ever, I see Jews all the time - go figure.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Counters antisemitism with absurd logic and admiration for the targets.
- In plain terms
- He mocks the idea that Jews killed God.
- What can you take from it?
- Use absurdity to debunk hate.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How to counter hatred?
- Can humor change minds?
Another view
Humor may not reach those deeply committed to hate.
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