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“From Internet memes to late-night comedians, from cartoons to the plays and poems as old as organized government itself — Political Satire circumvents traditional gatekeepers & helps hold those in power accountable,” he continued.

On the US chat show The View, comedian and actress Whoopi Goldberg said audiences can tell the difference between humans and synthetic performers.

The brand of comedy built on quick-hitting punchlines that can get a buzzed crowd warmed up in seconds is a style CP says is epitomized by fellow Detroit comedians like Tony Roberts.

The competition has gained international attention in recent years, following the controversial campaign by comedian John Oliver to get the endangered pūteketeke to win.

“The Office” actor and comedian Zach Woods also slammed the festival in a satirical video posted Wednesday on Instagram.