British Orthodox Comedian Ashley Blaker Gets Serious About Religion and Political Correctness

We've been watching (and posting video clips of) British comedian Ashley Blaker since he emerged on the standup comedy scene two years ago. 

A member of the Orthodox Jewish community in the UK, he has traveled the world and filled many theaters with his funny and witty observations about Jewish life.

Recently he stepped into a different role by delivering a commentary on PBS TV News about how, in a world of political correctness, there seems to be no disapproval of denigration of religion.

Despite our politically correct modern society, he’s accustomed to strangers judging him by his appearance, making assumptions about his views on Israel and the size of his family. 

In his own inimitable style, Blaker asks for the same respect for the religious as for all other minorities.

Something to think about.

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