This was a reply to another post, but I didn't get an answer and now I'm really curious. And I'm DEFINITELY not looking to start a flame war or get my butt kicked off of DU.
A friend sent me a string of Jewish jokes this morning.
I will say that we are "friends" for a couple of reasons.
1. I've known him for many years. He was best man at my wedding.
2. We have also flown together (as pilots) in the air force and, later, for airlines. During that time we've shared some life threatening experiences.
Having said that, I probably wouldn't pick him to hang out with now. I like to think I've grown and matured some since my 20s and 30s. His head is still pretty much where we were back in the 60s. He really is a decent guy, just kind of juvenile. In case you didn't do the math, we're in our 60s now.
Here's what he sent. (On edit: I had to go dig these out of the "delete" file.) Yes, most/all depend on stereotyping for the premise and punch line. I'd be interested to know if you think they're funny. I'd also like to know if you think they belittle or diminish Jews. Especially if you are a Jew.
----- Original Message ----- Subject: Jewish Jokes.
1 The Harvard School of Medicine did a study of why Jewish women like Chinese food so much. The study revealed that this is due to the fact that Won Ton spelled backward is Not Now.
2. There is a big controversy on the Jewish view of when life begins. In Jewish tradition, the fetus is not considered viable until it graduates from medical school.
3. Q: Why don't Jewish mothers drink? A: Alcohol interferes with their suffering.
4. Q: Have you seen the newest Jewish-American-Princess horror movie? A: It's called "Debbie Does Dishes."
5. Q: Why do Jewish mothers make great parole officers? A: They never let anyone finish a sentence.
6. Q: What's a Jewish American Princess's favorite position? A: Facing Bloomingdale's.
7. When the doctor called Mrs. Liebenbaum to tell her that her check came back, she replied, "So did my arthritis."
8. A man called his mother in Florida, "Mom, how are you?" "Not too good," said the mother. "I've been very weak." The son said, "Why are you so weak?" She said, "Because I haven't eaten in 38 days." The son said, "That's terrible. Why haven't you eaten in 38 days?" The mother answered, "Because I didn't want my mouth to be filled with food if you should call."
9. A Jewish boy comes home from school and tells his mother he has a part in the play. She asks, "What part is it?" The boy says, "I play the part of the Jewish husband." The mother scowls and says, "Go back and tell the teacher you want a speaking part."
10. Q: Where does a Jewish husband hide money from his wife? A: Under the vacuum cleaner.
11. Q: How many Jewish mothers does it take to change a light bulb? A: (Sigh) Don't bother. I'll sit in the dark. I don't want to
be a nuisance to anybody.
12. Short summary of every Jewish holiday: They tried to kill us, we won, let's eat.
13. Did you hear about the bum who walked up to a Jewish mother on the street and said, "Lady I haven't eaten in three
days "Force yourself," she replied.
14. Q: What's the difference between a Rottweiler and a Jewish mother? A: Eventually, the Rottweiler lets go.
15. Jewish telegram: "Begin worrying. Details to follow."
16. Q: Why are Jewish Men circumcised? A: Because Jewish women don't like anything that isn't 20% off.
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