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What Do Billionaires Like Elon Musk Want From Trump?

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Satirical Journeys Through Small-Town America

This chapter explores Charles Baxter's novel 'Blood Test' and its satirical take on contemporary American society through the experiences of insurance salesman Brock Hobson. It delves into themes of individuality, societal pressure, and the absurdities of small-town life as seen through the lens of a life-altering medical test.

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