Donald Trump-aligned polling numbers reached record lows in early August 2026. Supporters responded with claims of fake news rather than addressing the data. The piece portrays this denial as occurring in a toxic environment.
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Jul
13
2026
A cartoon published July 13, 2026, depicts a person trapped in a shrinking puddle on cracked pavement, waving a white flag in surrender beneath a sun labeled Heat Wave. The scene captures the overwhelming impact of extreme summer temperatures, with the figure partially submerged and surrounded by discarded flip flops. The image highlights the physical toll of prolonged heat, showing steam and distress as the sun dominates the sky. This visual responds to ongoing heat wave conditions affecting many regions during mid-July.
Jun
15
2026
Joe Heller's June 26, 2026 cartoon depicts a large remote control as the ultimate Father's Day gift. Buttons on the device assign household chores to family members including kids mowing the lawn, taking out garbage, walking the dog, and fixing a leaky faucet. Additional buttons and speech bubbles extend offers of cold drinks, restaurant visits, couch relaxation, back rubs, naps, and fishing permission. A disclaimer notes that batteries last only one day. The image presents a humorous take on domestic tasks and leisure for fathers.
Jul
1
2025
The cartoon depicts a Republican elephant disconnecting an elderly woman from hospital life support while holding a roll labeled Big Ugly Bill. The scene responds to ongoing 2025 debates over Republican-backed legislation affecting Medicaid funding and healthcare access for seniors. The elephant offers an apology as the monitor shows erratic readings.
Mar
26
2025
The cartoon depicts a large tree trunk carved with the word executive and two small branches labeled legislative and judicial. The limbs appear cut or diminished against the dominant trunk. This visual responds to recent executive actions targeting federal agencies and departments in early 2025. The image highlights concerns over balance among the three branches of government.
Oct
23
2024
On October 23 2024 Rick McKee depicts Donald Trump dressed in a military uniform covered with dictator references and medals. A child in a ghost costume approaches and comments on the outfit while Trump questions whether it is a costume. The scene references recent remarks attributed to Trump about Hitler and his day one dictator statement during the 2024 campaign.
May
24
2021
In spring 2021 the U.S. housing market saw record low inventory and multiple-offer bidding wars fueled by low interest rates. Prices climbed rapidly as buyers competed aggressively for available homes. The editorial highlights how these conditions displaced some residents while underscoring the gap between market heat and basic shelter needs.
