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Why do Jewish comedians always let you know

that they are Jewish in their comedy routine?
I mean, Catholics, Muslims, Protestants, comedians etc. don't do this.
Unless a comedian is talking about their growing up home life, their religion or beliefs is irrelevant.
Seems, they always make it a point to let you know they are Jewish. Why?
By the way, I'm not being racist or am I anti-Jew, I would just like to know why and if there is a significant reason for this.

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ViciDraco · 36-40, M

I believe it is because they have significant cultural tropes and stereotypes that they lean into. For some bits they use that identity explicitly. For some it's more of a wink and a nudge to those who know how that cultural identity might add additional but not strictly necessary context to a take.