A comic strip’s popularity and long-term appeal is determined by various factors, including generational references, character and story development and merchandising. That’s why some great strips have been able to maintain a strong following (Peanuts, Beetle Bailey, Little Nemo in Slumberland, Pogo) while others gradually slipped into obscurity (Sam’s Strip, Tooner-ville Folks, the Gumps, the Kin-der-Kids).
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