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{{comic | {{comic | ||
| number = 2410 | | number = 2410 | ||
− | | date = January | + | | date = January 12, 2021 |
| title = Apple Growers | | title = Apple Growers | ||
| image = apple_growers.png | | image = apple_growers.png | ||
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==Explanation== | ==Explanation== | ||
− | + | {{incomplete|Created by a DISTRACTED APPLE GROWER. Please mention here why this explanation isn't complete. Do NOT delete this tag too soon.}} | |
− | + | On January 6, 2021, supporters of President {{w|Donald Trump}} {{w|2021 storming of the United States Capitol|stormed the United States Capitol}} while Congress was in session, an event variously described as treason, insurrection, domestic terrorism, or a coup attempt. Nothing in modern American history resembles this; the {{w|Burning of Washington}}, by the British in {{w|the War of 1812}}, is sometimes raised in comparison. It is hard to overstate the significance of this event—it was a blatant attempt to violently overturn a fair election{{Citation needed}} and prevent the orderly transition of power, and an unprecedented attack on democracy. | |
− | + | In its wake, many Democratic and Republican politicians have condemned the incident, and corporations ranging from Marriott Hotels to Axe Body Spray have denounced Trump and his enablers. | |
− | [[ | + | Normal American life, already strained under the [[:Category:COVID-19|coronavirus pandemic]], was dealt another blow by the insurrection, but various scheduled events continue to be carried out. This comic depicts one such event, a news conference hosted by the State Apple Growers (of an unspecified state). Their spokeswoman, Megan, announces that the apple growers would like Donald Trump to resign. This has nothing to do with apples. Ponytail questions Megan about this, but Megan concedes that the apple growers have not actually been doing apple-related work recently. (Apples are generally [https://www.gardenguides.com/12190219-the-best-time-to-plant-apple-trees.html planted in late fall or early spring], and then [https://www.gardenguides.com/12386051-when-is-apple-season.html picked at the end of summer and into the fall], so they're in a bit of a lull in the middle of winter.) She then gives a frazzled call for people to consume apples, using phrases similarly to those Trump often uses, while admitting that the growers are under great strain. |
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+ | {{w|Cosmic Crisp}}, mentioned in title text, is a variety of apples developed in the Washington State University that has been on sale since 2019, amid a large marketing campaign. | ||
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+ | This is one of very few comics with [[Beret Guy]] where he is not really doing anything, although his presence in food related comics have often been seen, and this is also a weird turn of event that the Apple Growers discuss Trump. However, usually Beret Guy is not interested in real life problems. | ||
==Transcript== | ==Transcript== | ||
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:Megan: The state apple-growers' association has decided to formally call on President Donald Trump to resign. | :Megan: The state apple-growers' association has decided to formally call on President Donald Trump to resign. | ||
− | :[A wider shot shows Beret Guy, Megan, and Cueball on a podium behind the lectern. The visible audience consist of a Cueball-like guy, Hairy | + | :[A wider shot shows Beret Guy, Megan, and Cueball on a podium behind the lectern. The visible audience consist of a Cueball-like guy, Hairy and Ponytail holding a microphone to her mouth as she addresses those on the podium.] |
:Ponytail: Weren't you meeting to update the standards for new apple varieties? | :Ponytail: Weren't you meeting to update the standards for new apple varieties? | ||
:Megan: Yes, but we talked it over and this is what we decided. | :Megan: Yes, but we talked it over and this is what we decided. | ||
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:[There is a narrow shot with a zoom in on Megan.] | :[There is a narrow shot with a zoom in on Megan.] | ||
:Ponytail (off-panel): Did you discuss anything on your actual agenda? | :Ponytail (off-panel): Did you discuss anything on your actual agenda? | ||
− | :Megan: Thanks for the question! | + | :Megan: Thanks for the question! We did not. |
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:[Beret Guy, Cueball and Megan is again seen from the front behind the lectern, Megan's hair even more unkempt.] | :[Beret Guy, Cueball and Megan is again seen from the front behind the lectern, Megan's hair even more unkempt.] | ||
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{{comic discussion}} | {{comic discussion}} | ||
+ | [[Category:Comics featuring Megan]] | ||
[[Category:Comics featuring Beret Guy]] | [[Category:Comics featuring Beret Guy]] | ||
+ | [[Category:Comics featuring Cueball]] | ||
[[Category:Comics featuring Hairy]] | [[Category:Comics featuring Hairy]] | ||
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[[Category:Comics featuring Ponytail]] | [[Category:Comics featuring Ponytail]] | ||
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[[Category:Multiple Cueballs]] | [[Category:Multiple Cueballs]] | ||
[[Category:Food]] | [[Category:Food]] | ||
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[[Category:Public speaking]] | [[Category:Public speaking]] |