Jonathan Lynn on How Government Works (and "Yes, Minister")
The Good Fight
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Comparing Political Satire Shows and Government Portrayals
The chapter explores the evolution of political satire shows, comparing iconic sitcoms like 'Yes, Minister' with newer shows like 'The Thick of It' and 'VEEP'. It delves into how these shows depict government workings, contrasting competent civil servants in 'Yes, Minister' to incompetent characters in chaotic situations in the more recent shows. Additionally, the discussion compares the dynamics of government functioning in the United States and Britain, focusing on the roles of civil servants and political appointees.
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