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More Political Humor After the White House Correspondents' Dinner

If you enjoyed President Obama’s performance at the White House Correspondents Dinner this week, you may also enjoy these books by some smart and funny American political humorists.  Check the following subject headings for humor across the political spectrum:

I'd rather we got casinos and other Black thoughts

I' d Rather We Got Casinos and Other Black Thoughts by Larry Wilmore

From the author of the provocative and controversial opening monologue at this year's Correspondents dinner. 

 

 

 

 

 

Rock This

Rock This by Chris Rock

A collection of Rock's stand-up with themes including race, sex, and politics.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gumption

Gumption: Relighting the Torch of Freedom with America’s Gutsiest Troublemakers by Nick Offerman

Biographical sketches of historical figures Offerman admires for their gumption: a blend of hard work, courage, and a willingness to follow one’s own path.

 

 

 

 

Assassination Vacation

Assassination Vacation by Sarah Vowell

Vowell takes us on a road trip stopping along the way to visit scenes of political murders.

 

 

 

 

 

 

I Am America

I Am America (And So Can You!) by Stephen Colbert

Colbert bringing the truthiness on family, race, religion and more.

 

 

 

 

 

 

America

America (The Book) Teacher’s Edition: A Citizen’s Guide to Democracy Inaction by Jon Stewart

Includes discussion questions and classroom activities.

 

 

 

 

The onion book of known knowledge

The Onion Book of Known Knowledge: A Definitive Encyclopedia of Existing Information: In 27 Excruciating Volumes edited by Joe Randazzo

A collection of satirical commentary on world events, human behavior, and journalism. 

 

 

 

 

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