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Marten Toonder's beloved Bommelse universe gets a sharp political twist in this verkiezingseditie — a special election edition subtitled "Een Bommelse kijk op het populisme" (A Bommel-esque look at populism). The cover shows a wide-eyed, flustered bear in a yellow plaid shirt clutching something close to his chest while a small white cat darts away in a panic, a splintered "Verkiezings-editie" sign tumbling through the air nearby — pure Toonder chaos rendered with his signature warm, expressive line work. Published by De Bezige Bij in 2012, this is a delightful entry point for both longtime fans of the Bommel world and anyone curious about how timeless cartoon storytelling can shed a wry, affectionate light on the messier corners of democratic life.