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He is saying that stories about corporations becoming governments were common in the science fiction he read when he was young. The quote suggests that this idea felt familiar to him rather than surprising.
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About Hank Green
American YouTuber, science communicator, novelist, stand-up comedian, and entrepreneur
Hank Green, born William Henry Green II, is an American YouTuber, science communicator, novelist, stand-up comedian, and entrepreneur. He is known for his online work, especially on Vlogbrothers with his brother John Green, and for hosting Crash Course and SciShow. He has also built a wider career around education and media, creating and hosting other YouTube channels and podcasts. Beyond that, he has been involved in social activism, released music albums, and reached a large audience on TikTok.
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An Absolutely Remarkable Thing
2018