Standup comedy was known as the last refuge of total free speech. Want to make a joke about killing a family member? Okay. A dark sexual fantasy? Great. Mocking and criticizing a beloved celebrity? Absolutely fine.
Over the last few years, however, it’s become harder and harder to be a conservative comedian especially if you wanted to cross over and work in Hollywood.
Michael Loftus knows this reality all too well. Though he didn’t start out as a comedian who talked about conservative politics, he has branded himself as one of the few outspoken funny men on the right.
His show “The Flipside” hopes to help bridge the cultural divide and appeal to conservatives who are looking for their own version of Stephen Colbert or Jon Stewart.
Loftus has written and produced for a number of successful TV shows including Kevin James’ show “Kevin Can Wait” and Charlie Sheen’s “Anger Management.” He discussed with Red Alert Politics about how difficult it can being a comedian on the right.
Watch the full interview below:
