Whether or not it seems appropriate under certain circumstances, most situations, like most people, can benefit from a good laugh. A funny, timely comment can lift a mood, diffuse tension, or make a ...

Having a sense of humor is serious business. Faith in God and the ability to laugh at adversity are twin defenses that give needed perspective and detachment when misfortune plunges us into despair.

Re “I’ve Told My Last Trump Joke,” by David Kamp (Opinion guest essay, Jan. 24): I encourage Mr. Kamp to keep telling Donald Trump jokes. Mr. Trump is a serious threat to American democracy and the ...