loving
Jun
22
2026
A figure wearing an I love peace shirt shows smoke rising from the head, suggesting hidden danger amid claims of nonviolence. Surrounding individuals display shirts loving money, Paris, the USA, Italy and the euro. The scene highlights contradictions between stated ideals and actions in public discourse around security threats.
Artemis II Soars While Arrows Descend: Loving and Hating America on the Same Day
America: Loved and Hated Same Day
Apr
7
2026
In this irreverent political cartoon, a vibrant Artemis II space launch rockets upward in a blue expanse on the left, symbolizing American innovation and triumph in US space exploration. Contrasting sharply on the right, a stark Arrow in Iran points downward with an orange glow against a gray sky, evoking geopolitical tension and Iranian weaponry. The caption 'Loving and hating America on the same day....' ties it together, offering a humorous take on the bipolar view of America in world news. With its simple yet effective composition, the artwork captures the absurdity of global perceptions, blending satire on international conflict with admiration for NASA's feats. This piece underscores the dichotomy in how the world engages with American power, from awe at space missions to ire over foreign policy frictions.
Mar
5
2026
Dave Granlund's political cartoon hilariously portrays South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem in a rodeo metaphor, being violently thrown from a bucking horse labeled 'DHS' under a sign reading 'Kristi Noem's Last Rodeo.' This satire illustration captures her career downfall amid the infamous dog killing scandal, where she admitted to shooting her unruly pup Cricket, sparking widespread outrage. The humorous cartoon underscores how her VP ambitions for the Republican politics ticket were derailed, turning her book promotion into a PR nightmare. With elements of cowboy politics and political humor, it highlights the irreverent side of GOP satire, suggesting this could be Noem's final political stunt.
Josh Hawley Declares Christian Nationalism as Jesus Winces in Cartoon Satire
Hawley\'s Christian Nationalism Gets Jesus Eye-Roll
Jul
11
2024
John Darkow\'s cartoon captures a smug, arrogant figure resembling Josh Hawley, raising a cross and shouting \'I\'m a Christian Nationalist!\' Jesus, depicted centrally with long hair and beard, responds with a plea to the Heavenly Father about loving all children but adding \'C\'mon!\' in exasperation. Flanked by robed figures, one wearing a \'J. Crew\' shirt, the scene drips with dry humor targeting pious opportunists. Tags like Christian Nationalist, smug, arrogant, pious, opportunist, and Jesus underscore the satire on blending faith with nationalism. The composition keeps it straightforward, no hidden layers, just visible frustration from the holy group toward the suited declarer.
May
2
2022
Dave Granlund delivers a straightforward tribute to mothers with this illustration of hands labeled with qualities like soothing, caressing, teaching, guiding, loving, comforting, calming, consoling, and nurturing. The cartoon, tagged with mothers day, loving, guiding, kids, children, teaching, guidance, patience, warmth, and grandmothers, keeps it simple and direct, avoiding any political angle. In an era of edgy political cartoons, this one stands out for its wholesome focus on maternal roles, perfect for newspapers looking for feel-good content around the holiday. Granlund's style here is clean, with soft colors and clear labels, making the message unambiguous. It's the kind of cartoon that syndicates easily because it doesn't ruffle feathers, just warms hearts. No hidden satire, just a nod to the everyday heroism of moms and grandmas.
