Satire is a genre of literature, art, or performance that uses humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to criticize or expose social or political flaws.

Satire typically targets contemporary figures or issues, rather than historical ones.

Satirists have a responsibility to be truthful and accurate in their criticism, to avoid causing harm or offense to individuals, and to promote social and political change.

Satire is intended to be humorous, while propaganda is not; satire criticizes, while propaganda promotes; satire is often exaggerated, while propaganda is typically more factual.

The Onion is a satirical news website that uses humor and exaggeration to criticize social and political issues.

Satire plays an important role in a democratic society by holding those in power accountable, promoting free speech and expression, and educating the public about important issues.

Satire can go too far if it causes harm or offense to individuals, promotes violence or hatred, or undermines democracy or free speech.

Satirists today face a number of challenges, including the rise of social media and the spread of misinformation, the increasing polarization of society, and the growing power of corporations and the wealthy.

Satire can be used to promote positive change by raising awareness of important issues, challenging harmful stereotypes and prejudices, and encouraging people to think critically about the world around them.

Satire will continue to play an important role in society, but it will need to adapt to new challenges, such as the rise of social media and the spread of misinformation.