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“Their scrambled attention spans struck me as a metaphor for the way we get our doses of reality these days.”

Quote by Bill Griffith

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Bill Griffith, born on January 20, 1944, is an influential American cartoonist known for his unique humor style and sharp satirical touch. His most famous work is 'Zippy the Pinhead'. His contributions have had a profound impact on the comic industry. more

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