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Neither can God.
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Surely an omnipotent being has every opportunity to defend him/herself?
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All jokes about gods are banned now? If a woman makes a joke about men, I can't really defend myself either?
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The difference is that the fact that Royals can't defend themselves is a consequence of the role they play in society. As such, it stands to reason to give them some additional protection imo.
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Anyway the point is that what people finds offensive not only varies by person/location but by time.It will be a real shame to have comedy that is completely unoffensive to everyone.
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Oh I agree, and I think there are very few people who would want that. I like comedy that pushes the boundaries of what is considered acceptable, but I think it should try to make a wider point. Personally, my main gripe with Boyle is that he isn't funny, and I don't see the point in being crass at the expense of others just for the sake of it.