Seriously: Using Satire to Tackle Social Justice

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Wielded properly, satire is one of the most powerful weapons we can use to tackle issues of social justice. From Jonathan Swift’s "A Modest Proposal" to Stephen Colbert’s Super PAC, satire can spread through culture and ignite conversation. But it requires a deft hand. This presentation will cover the fine line between effective satire and egregious fail. We’ll pull out some key principles for playing with satire. And we’ll share an honest look at the learnings — and the landmines! — we encountered while building a satirical game about the absurdity of the American jail system.