John Cleese, in a retrospective comedy piece referenced on the Joe Rogan podcast, humorously advocates for adopting extremist political views as a means of providing individuals with a clear sense of identity and purpose. In his observations from a pre-social media era, Cleese points out the significant shift from centrist perspectives to more polarized views in contemporary society. He notes that embracing extremism allows individuals to externalize blame for societal issues onto their designated enemies, effectively justifying negative behaviors while fostering a self-image as a 'good' person in contrast to these adversaries.
John Cleese humorously suggests that becoming an extremist, whether left or right, provides individuals with a sense of purpose and a list of enemies.
In his discussion, Cleese highlights how adopting extreme political views allows a person to externalize negativity, claiming that one's enemies are solely responsible for the world's issues.
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