Jerry Seinfeld, the legendary comedian known for his eponymous sitcom that ran from 1989 to 1998, has expressed concern over the current state of comedy on television. In a series of interviews, Seinfeld attributed the decline in comedy to political correctness and what he refers to as 'the extreme left.'
Seinfeld reminisced about the days when audiences could look forward to watching classic shows like 'Cheers,' 'MAS*H,' 'Mary Tyler Moore,' and 'All in the Family.' However, he believes that these types of shows are no longer being produced due to an overemphasis on political correctness and censorship.
The comedian noted that comedy writing used to be a collaborative process, but now it goes through multiple hands, committees, and groups. He expressed concern that this level of oversight results in the death of comedy as writers are forced to adjust their material to avoid offending anyone.
Despite the criticism from Seinfeld and others, some comedians continue to push boundaries with their material. However, they take on the blame for any backlash that may result.
Seinfeld's comments have received praise from right-wing media outlets such as Newsmax, Breitbart, and Fox News. However, it is important to note that Seinfeld's perspective is not without controversy. Some argue that his views are misguided and that the decline in comedy on television has more complex causes than political correctness alone.
Regardless of one's stance on the issue, it is clear that Jerry Seinfeld continues to be a thought-provoking and influential figure in the world of comedy.
