Gaslight Politics: Trump, Iran, and a Cartoon Take
A Clay Jones cartoon critiques Donald Trump’s rhetoric as gaslighting in the context of the Iran war, linking U.S. energy interests to foreign policy while mocking the messaging.
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Iran Women’s Football at the Asian Cup: An Uphill Cartoon
Guardian cartoonist David Squires uses his illustration to reflect on the Iran women’s national team’s challenging circumstances at the Asian Cup in Australia, highlighting political and social barriers facing the players.
Cartoonist's sharp take on looming Iran strike tensions
Guardian cartoon by Jason White critiques the escalating push for US-Israeli strikes on Iran, using satire to illuminate the risk of widening conflict in the Middle East.
Lillie’s Guardian cartoon marks Ukraine’s war’s fourth anniversary
A Guardian cartoon by Stephen Lillie marking the fourth anniversary of the Ukraine war offers visual critique of the conflict and its main players, including Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as the war continues to shape Europe.
Cartoon skewers Kennedy Center remodel as Trump-era graft
A Daily Kos political cartoon by Jack Ohman critiques the Kennedy Center remodel, framing it as a symbol of Trump-era corruption and financial grift.
Innovative Advances in Cartoon Technology
A cartoon by Pedro Molina humorously highlights the importance of community support for the Daily Kos, emphasizing that their existence relies on reader contributions to sustain their work.
Ex-BNP Leader Nick Griffin Faces Court Over Racially Charged Cartoon
Nick Griffin, former BNP leader, appeared in court accused of sharing a racist cartoon on X in 2021 that depicted a spider with a Star of David, with charges of stirring up racial hatred. A dismissal application is scheduled for April, and a trial date is set for May.
Echoes of the Parrot
A cartoon by Mike Luckovich titled 'Parroting the parrot' is featured, likely offering satirical commentary, with additional content promoting Daily Kos and its community engagement.
Escalation of Weaponized Justice in Cartoons
A cartoon by Clay Jones titled 'Weaponized justice escalated' critiques the misuse of justice, suggesting an escalation in its weaponization, and emphasizes the importance of free and truthful media like Daily Kos. The article advocates for public access to truth and criticizes media biases.
Cartoon Depicts Escalator Hatred
A cartoon by Clay Jones titled 'Hate on an escalator' is featured, highlighting themes of resistance and social commentary, with a focus on democracy and justice. The article also promotes supporting Daily Kos's 23rd anniversary through donations.
Cartoon Highlights Vaccine Misinformation and Ignorance
A cartoon titled 'Vaccines and blockheads' from September 2025 likely critiques misinformation or skepticism about vaccines, highlighting ongoing public health debates. The article also discusses the financial struggles of news organizations like Daily Kos due to declining ad revenue, emphasizing the importance of reader support.
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Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs, Sparking Political and Economic Reactions
A federal court has struck down former President Trump's tariffs, as illustrated by Nicola Jennings in a cartoon for The Guardian.
Cartoon Misinterpretations
A cartoon titled 'Lost in translation' by Mike Luckovich comments on the contrast between big media's paywalls and billionaire agendas versus the free, truthful reporting of Daily Kos, emphasizing the importance of accessible information.
Orange Becomes the New Trend in Hacking
A cartoon titled 'Orange is the new hack' appears to critique media paywalls and billionaire influence, emphasizing the importance of free access to truth and supporting independent journalism like Daily Kos.
Cartoon Highlights Presidential Fitness Test
A cartoon by Brian McFadden humorously depicts a presidential physical fitness test, highlighting a satirical take on presidential fitness assessments.