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“We have SUVs and PlayStations and plenty to eat, we roam the earth expecting respect and receiving it, for we are the American Middle Class, and we shall live out the full measure of our days amidst happiness and plenty.”

Quote by George Saunders

Book:The Braindead Megaphone
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The Braindead Megaphone

An examination of the influence of media on public opinion and the way information is consumed and disseminated in modern society more

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George Saunders
George Saunders

George Saunders, born on December 2, 1958, is an American writer known for his unique humor and profound insights. His works, primarily short stories, have gained widespread recognition and have been honored with numerous literary awards, including the Pulitzer Prize. more

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