hot iron
Jul
13
2026
A black frying pan contains a fried egg whose orange yolk forms the shape of Canada. A yellow banner above reads Summer in Canada while steam lines curl upward from the pan. A cracked eggshell sits to the right. The image uses the visual metaphor of an egg frying to represent summer conditions across the country on the publication date.
Betting on Doomsday: Prediction Market Wagers on How Long Iran War Will Last
Prediction Market Bets on Iran War Duration
Mar
4
2026
In a biting political cartoon, a smirking croupier oversees a prediction market table shaped like Iran, complete with explosion graphics, where punters can wager on war duration options ranging from 14 days to 5 years. This satirical take skewers the commodification of geopolitical betting, turning grave matters like Iran war into casino-style gambles. By blending elements of gambling on war with Middle East conflict, the artwork highlights the absurdity of prediction markets applied to real-world crises, offering humorous yet insightful commentary on how society speculates on political humor and potential catastrophes. The irreverent style underscores the folly of treating war length wager as just another market fluctuation.
Nov
21
2025
The image shows a man and woman in an office setting reacting to a miniature iron grip resting on a large desk. The man appears surprised while the woman delivers a line about its actual size. Text at top references Trump losing his iron grip on the party. The empty chair suggests a shift in power dynamics. This responds to recent developments involving Republican resistance to Trump positions on issues like file releases and redistricting.
Oct
24
2025
A billboard displays a castle-style White House with golden spires and T flags under a coming soon banner. An excavator operates behind a fence to the right, with a woman and child observing from the left on an autumn day.
Sep
18
2025
This political cartoon by Margolis & Cox depicts a bearded man wearing an FBI shirt and large hat, wielding a hot branding iron to mark a blue donkey with 'LIARS.' The donkey, symbolizing Democrats, lies on the ground tied with a rope, grimacing in pain as sparks fly from the brand. Smoke rises from the contact point, emphasizing the heated accusation. Dated 2025, the artwork critiques political deception through bold imagery. Tags like Kash Patel FBI, Democrats liars, political satire, branding iron cartoon, Democratic donkey, and conservative humor underscore its pointed message on partisan conflict.
