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What does it mean?
This refers to satirical predictions about future political quotes.
In plain terms
It points out mock quotes about what to expect.
What can you take from it?
Use satire to critique political speech patterns.

Where it applies

  • media criticism
  • comedy
  • political analysis

Putting it to work

  • critique politicians
  • create comedy
  • analyze speech

Questions to consider

  • What do satirical quotes reveal?
  • How does comedy critique power?

Another view

Satire may not change actual political behavior.

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