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“I think, ultimately, the problem with something like this is that you actually have so many more opportunities to say something than you actually have things worth saying. And then, as an artist who doesn't want to do bad work, gosh, how do you fill up all that space when you really don't have anything actually worthwhile to say? And that's what makes the job tough, because the fans get mad - "That's not funny," or "You've been sucking for several months now." And you go, "It's not my fault! I'm trying."”

Quote by Aaron McGruder

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Aaron McGruder is an American cartoonist, writer, and director. He is best known for creating the comic strip 'The Boondocks', which explores racial, political, and social issues with a satirical and humorous tone. more

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