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Jefferson Recites Liberty Quote Atop British Redcoat
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
The cartoon depicts Thomas Jefferson standing on the shoulder of a British redcoat soldier while holding a document and reciting his quote on liberty as the parent of science and virtue. The redcoat wears a black tricorn hat with a Union Jack emblem. Jefferson appears in period blue coat and breeches. The quote box attributes the words directly to Jefferson. The image includes artist credits and website references at the bottom. Publication occurred on July 1, 2026.
Founding Father Salutes America's 250th Anniversary
FOUNDING FATHER SALUTES US 250TH by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
A historical figure depicted in profile raises a hand in salute against a backdrop of bursting fireworks and a large American flag. The stylized number 250 appears prominently in red white and blue. The scene marks the approaching 250th anniversary of American independence on the date of publication.
Jun
11
2025
Sad American father
SAD AMERICAN FATHER by Dave Granlund, politicalcartoons.com
George Washington portrait displays tear while commenting on democracy remnants.
SAD AMERICAN FATHER by Dave Granlund, politicalcartoons.com
A framed portrait of George Washington shows the founding father with a tear rolling down his cheek. A sign to the left identifies him as the father of the country. His speech bubble reads whatever is left of it.
Oct
22
2020
Don't know much
DON'T KNOW MUCH by Taylor Jones, politicalcartoons.com
May
13
2020
Pounding Father
POUNDING FATHER by Bart van Leeuwen, politicalcartoons.com
Hamilton and Jefferson discuss Federalism
HAMILTON AND JEFFERSON DISCUSS FEDERALISM by Andy Singer, politicalcartoons.com
Founding Fathers All Crazy
FOUNDING FATHERS ALL CRAZY by Andy Singer, politicalcartoons.com
Lincoln Hamilton and Jackson Debate
LINCOLN HAMILTON AND JACKSON DEBATE by Andy Singer, politicalcartoons.com
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