David Denby: "Snark"

David Denby: "Snark"

The author argues that a certain mean spirit is infecting the national conversation and debilitating America. He traces the origins of snark, and explains how his mission to reduce it is aimed at preserving humor in America.

The author argues that a certain mean spirit is infecting the national conversation and debilitating America. He traces the origins of snark, and explains how his mission to reduce it is aimed at preserving humor in America.

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David Denby

is film critic for "The New Yorker" magazine.

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