The temptation of the hometowner is therefore the classic temptation of insularity, which equates (or confuses) interest with self-absorption.
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The temptation of the hometowner is therefore the classic temptation of insularity, which equates (or confuses) interest with self-absorption.
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The show goes on. And holiday visitors, just like the hometowners rushing to holiday parties or home from work, become part of the spectacle.
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“Yeah, let's do a hometowner, Gary, it'll be one for both of us.” “Hometowner? What the hell is that?” “For the radio stations in Springfield, it'll give you a chance to say hi to your mom and dad, and that fine little sister of yours.”
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