Cartoons and controversies with Times cartoonist Peter Brookes
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The Art of Satirical Cartoons
The chapter explores the role and challenges faced by political cartoonists in creating satire that critiques those in power while avoiding self-censorship. It features insights from a cartoonist on the creative process and the satisfaction in exaggerating the negative traits of influential figures. The discussion emphasizes the importance of inflicting a 'wound' with satire to be effective, even in somber or serious contexts.
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