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“Politics, like advertising, is about people selling you things you didn't really want or need.”

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Tom Tomorrow, whose real name is Tom Tomorrow, is an influential American political satirical cartoonist. Known for his unique style and sharp讽刺 of political and social issues, his work often appears in renowned magazines such as The New Yorker and Rolling Stone. Born on April 5, 1961, Tom Tomorrow began his career in the 1980s as an illustrator for The New Yorker, and later gained recognition for his political cartoons. more

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