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Jul
30
2023
The political cartoon shows a classic gray alien seated at a witness desk in a congressional hearing on UFOs and aliens, belting out lyrics from 'Be Bop a Lula' as the caption notes the proceedings getting weirder by the minute. Subcommittee members in suits sit in rows, holding papers, facing the alien. Tags like UFO, UAP, whistleblower, congress, testimony, and surreal highlight the satirical take on recent hearings involving claims of nonhuman biologics, Roswell, Area 51, military intelligence, superior technology, and Tic Tacs. The dry humor underscores how such events can veer into the absurd, with the alien's song adding a layer of ridiculousness to the serious topic.
Jeff Koterba's cartoon shows a NASA astronaut brushing away moon dust from a 'Lunar Log' clipboard that lists Apollo 17 from 1972 and the upcoming Artemis 2 mission. The image evokes hopeful and inspirational vibes about space travel and lunar exploration, with the moon glowing in the background amid a starry sky. Tags like NASA, moon, Artemis, Apollo, space travel, and science highlight the theme of dusting off old logs for new journeys in the solar system. The composition suggests a fresh start in exploration, blending nostalgia with future aspirations in a straightforward, illustrative style.
Feb
13
2023
Rivers draws a colossal UFO dominating the sky above a cityscape, its underside detailed with mechanical textures and a central depression, while the top features antenna-laden structures. The caption "They want to know what happened to their weather balloons..." flips the script on recent events involving NORAD, weather balloons, spying, UFO, aliens, UAP, interception, shoot downs, USAF, national defense, and the Chinese spy balloon. Cartoonists love these timely absurdities, where real-world tensions over aerial intrusions get a humorous extraterrestrial twist. The image captures that dry irony, with the alien craft's imposing presence contrasting the mundane city below, poking fun at official explanations and public paranoia. It's a classic setup for editorial commentary on surveillance and overreactions.
Aug
10
2022
This Daryl Cagle political cartoon depicts the IRS as a lone piranha before Democrats assume complete control, then multiplying into a ferocious school afterward, bubbling with satirical bubbles. The IRS piranha metaphor cleverly critiques perceived overreach in tax enforcement, with the before after panels underscoring a conservative viewpoint on government expansion. Bubbles and grumpy fish expressions add humorous flair, making the Democrats control government satire both insightful and shareable. Overall, it's a witty jab at bureaucratic growth, perfect for sparking debates on fiscal policies.
Aug
4
2022
Jeff Koterba's cartoon shows a massive, angry dragon emblazoned with 'China' hovering threateningly over a chaotic roller coaster track. Below, a wide-eyed figure resembling Biden, topped with a stars-and-stripes hat, grips a cart labeled 'China Policy' as it dives steeply downward. The image captures the ups and downs of US foreign relations, with loops and drops symbolizing unpredictable diplomacy. Tags like Taiwan, Pelosi, and White House underscore the context of recent events, while the dragon represents Xi Jinping's influence. This straightforward satire nails the thrill-ride nature of Biden's approach, blending humor with pointed commentary on international tensions.
Jun
10
2021
Steve Sack's cartoon shows a fighter jet chasing a UFO where the green alien inside grins and says 'Cheese!' while posing with alien symbols. The pilots, one holding a selfie stick, react with frustration: 'Ok, Now They're Just Messing With Us...' The jet bears a 'UFO Report' label, poking fun at real navy pilot sightings of unidentified flying objects. This piece captures the blend of space mystery and everyday tech like smartphones, turning serious air force encounters into lighthearted satire on alien pranks. Tags like trnd and gnt underscore its timely appeal amid government UFO disclosures.
Nov
12
2019
On November 12 2019 a political cartoon depicted a frustrated woman watching television with her cat. She complains that impeachment hearings have preempted her favorite daytime soap operas. The speech bubble references The Young and the Restless and Days of Our Lives. A man in uniform appears on the screen. The scene captures public annoyance with wall to wall congressional coverage during the Trump impeachment process.
