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Today’s cartoon, by Joe Dator and Kevin Maher:

A large alien in cap and gown delivers a commencement address.

“And, as you head out into the world, your fresh, meaty torsos will be ripped apart and roasted to feed your new alien overlords—wait, why are you all booing?”

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