forest service
Feb
26
2025
The cartoon displays three altered government posters under the heading Updated Government Posters. The left panel shows the familiar see something say something message above a note that no one remains to answer calls. The center panel depicts Smokey Bear gripping a chainsaw with text stating only you can prevent forest fires and literally we let everyone else go. The right panel shows Uncle Sam pointing forward while instructing viewers to submit lists of five accomplishments or face termination. These images respond to the February 2025 DOGE initiative led by Elon Musk and the Trump administration that directed agencies including the FBI, CDC, FDA, National Park Service, and USAID to reduce staff and submit productivity reports.
Oct
17
2019
The cartoon shows President Donald Trump operating a large red riding mower through the Tongass National Forest in Alaska. Trees fall in its path while a sign identifies the location. The image responds to the Trump administration's 2019 proposal to exempt the Tongass from the 2001 Roadless Rule, opening more than 9 million acres to potential logging and road construction.
