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Mad About the Trump Era: Mad Magazine's Unforgettable Parody of the 45th President

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Mad Magazine has been a bastion of satire and humor for decades, and its coverage of the Trump presidency was no exception. Mad About the Trump Era is a hilarious and incisive look at the 45th president through the lens of Mad Magazine's satirical genius.

MAD About the Trump Era (MAD Magazine (2024 ))

MAD About the Trump Era (MAD Magazine (2018-))

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The book collects some of the best Mad Magazine parodies of Trump, from his early days as a presidential candidate to his time in the White House. The parodies are spot-on, capturing Trump's unique blend of bluster, narcissism, and ignorance. Mad Magazine's artists and writers have a field day with Trump's absurd hair, his love of Twitter, and his penchant for making outrageous statements.

Mad About the Trump Era is not just a collection of funny jokes. It's also a valuable historical document that captures the madness of the Trump presidency. The book is a reminder of how dangerous and divisive Trump was, and it's a warning against letting someone like him ever come to power again.

From Birtherism to the Big Lie

Mad Magazine's coverage of the Trump presidency began with his birtherism conspiracy theory. In a parody of the classic Mad Magazine feature "Snappy Answers to Stupid Questions," Mad Magazine asked, "Is Barack Obama a secret Muslim born in Kenya?" The answer: "No, but Donald Trump is a secret Martian born in a swamp."

As Trump's campaign progressed, Mad Magazine continued to lampoon his ignorance, his racism, and his sexism. In one parody, Trump is shown giving a speech in which he says, "I'm a very stable genius. I know more about ISIS than the generals. And I'm going to build a big, beautiful wall on the bFree Download and make Mexico pay for it."

After Trump was elected, Mad Magazine's parodies became even more pointed. In one issue, Trump is shown sitting in the Oval Office with a giant MAGA hat on his head. He's surrounded by yes-men who are all nodding their heads in agreement. The caption reads, "The inmates are running the asylum."

Mad Magazine's coverage of the Trump presidency culminated in a special issue посвященный the release of the Mueller Report. The issue featured a parody of the report's s, which found that Trump had obstructed justice and colluded with Russia. The parody concluded with the words, "The president is a crook."

Mad About the Trump Era: A Must-Read for History Buffs and Humor Aficionados

Mad About the Trump Era is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the madness of the Trump presidency. It's a hilarious and incisive look at one of the most consequential presidencies in American history. And it's a reminder that even in the darkest of times, laughter can be a powerful weapon against tyranny.

The book is available now at all major booksellers.