The Muslim Brotherhood won elections and governed until the military overthrew Islamist President Mohamed Morsi and Sisi, a general, became the new leader. In , after mocking Morsi — he made fun of his hat — the comedian was arrested for insulting Islam and the president.
He was released, but when Sisi and the army came to power — Youssef riffed on a military claim to have found the cure for AIDS — there was even less tolerance for dissident humor.
The government jammed his TV signal and sent protesters to his offices. He packed a bag and fled to Dubai and recently moved to Los Angeles. Seen through the eyes of an outsider who is at once ingratiating and shrewd, the skits include Youssef attending a Trump rally, a gun show and venturing to Flint, Mich. Why not take a tip from my part of the world, where everything is falling apart. Youssef is looking for a niche in an entertainment industry already stacked with talents like Stephen Colbert, John Oliver, Seth Meyers and others.
His aim is to develop a show of social commentary and satire with international scope and a deeper focus on the Arab world. It affects American politics and the day-to-day life of people here. It is a strange, unsettling time across much of the planet. From Britain to the U. Ideologies have since hardened worldwide, whether they are peddled by religious leaders, military men or populists and nationalists like Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Youssef says a dangerous symmetry is emerging. There are the parallels between Sisi supporters, Trump supporters, right-wing supporters in Europe and Islamic supporters Facts do not matter. Share this event. Music Appearance. Dia de los Muertos Nov 5. FilmMedia Appearance.
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