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Laughing matter as stereotypes shape humor claims
AWisconsin study by Joanne Cantor finds both men and women rate jokes where men mock women more humorous than those where women mock men. In two 1970s tests, bias persisted despite women’s movement. Cantor notes societal role expectations influence who is deemed witty or bitter, with women often framed as rivals.
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Joanne RK
Cantor
University of Wisconsin
Journal of Communication
Annenberg School
University of Pennsylvania
University of Wales
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