South Park ironically raises questions about both libertarianism and atheism.
Atheism: Jesus explains that problems give life meaning.
Libertarianism: In the Human Centipad, Kyle is physically abused for unknowingly signing to agree to terms and services.
More specifically, South Park argued, maybe mistakenly, that underserved suffering does not justify atheism because, according to their version of Jesus, problems give life meaning. As well as the non-aggression principle NOT validating libertarian economics. Legalese was used against Kyle by making him sign a lengthy Terms and Services contract. South Park, perhaps unknowingly, argued for more consumer protections.
The goal of "South Park" is to make the audience laugh while making them think about cultural and political issues. Rather than taking a particular ideological stance, the series often parodies and criticizes both the left and the right, as well as various institutions and beliefs. Through its humorous style, "South Park" invites the audience to question and reflect on a variety of topics.
Beyond the daily necessities of food, clothing and shelter, Pascal pointed out this is a question we are compelled to consider from both sides, which I've attempted to do in the attached.
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