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Comedy And The Fight For Racial Justice: What Role Can Humor Play In Shaping Change?

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Peter White Television Editor“Comedy 100% changes things,” says Kenya Barris, the creator and star of Netflix’s #blackAF. He is discussing whether the art of laughter can bring about a meaningful societal shift in light of the May killing of George Floyd and the subsequent protests against police brutality.Barris, who also created ABC family comedy Black-ish, says that television comedy can help people “take the medicine with a spoonful of sugar”. #blackAF, which also stars Rashida Jones as Barris’ wife, explores the meaning of being Black and successful and raising kids in America.

The 8-part scripted series—Barris’ first scripted series since signing a major overall deal with Netflix—launched on the streaming service in April.

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