Simon Appleford

Simon Appleford, an Associate Professor of History at Creighton University, dives into the world of Herbert Block, famously known as Herblock, who defined political cartooning in postwar America. Appleford discusses how Herblock's anti-communism influenced the Democratic Party and introduced the term 'McCarthyism' to the lexicon. He critiques Herblock's portrayal of civil rights, noting its limitations, and explores his evolving relationship with Richard Nixon amidst political upheaval. The power of Herblock's visual narratives, Appleford argues, shaped public perception far beyond words.