After decades in the entertainment industry, Steve Harvey has no trouble performing in front of an audience.

In fact, he established himself as a comedian at the beginning of his career.

Harvey decided to quit stand-up comedyfor one very interesting reason: He claims political correctness has ruined comedy.

Steve Harvey hosts Invest Fest

After this slip-up, one would think the host would err on the side of caution.

… You’re forgiven, don’t worry."

Harvey responded: “You’ve forgiven me, the cartel has not,” (viaHuffPost).

Steve Harvey and Miss Colombia Gabriela Tafur onstage

“That Steve Harvey comment about Colombia and the CARTEL was disrespectful!

He should apologize,” one frustrated viewer tweeted.

Of course, the comedian is no stranger to outrage at the things he says.

steve harvey speaks at a press conference

Fans and fellow Flint residents immediately condemned Harvey’s insensitive joke about the city’s water crisis.