I'm often told that I shouldn't do political cartoons and just stick to spirituality. But I learned a long time ago that true spirituality is love, and that love is political. That is, love must manifest itself in policy. So when I think spirituality has the opportunity to challenge the status quo or injustice, then it must take it.
And cartoons are an effective way to do that.
Trump and The Art Of The Deal
The Church Gives Up Her Head
As John the Baptist's head was given up to Herod, so I think the Church is in danger of giving up its head to a powerful leader.
Dream or Nightmare
Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream that still isn't realized. Some politicians have a vision that is nightmarish in scope but that is in danger of manifesting in real life and evoke the destruction of the earth and any people on it who resist.
What is Truth?
Bowing To Power
When the Church trades truth for power, it forgets who it's really meant to serve. It was never meant to crown kings, bow to politicians, or chase influence. But here we are, watching it trade integrity for authority, faith for favoritism. When power becomes the priority, the gospel gets lost.
Words Matter
In Bed With Power
When the Church gets in bed with power, it’s never just a one-night affair... It’s a slow burn. And we’re all watching.
Apologize!
When a pastor preaches about love and mercy and those in power demand an apology, we can be certain the gospel has been preached.
Control Is Crowned
Some say they’re protecting the faith, but really they’re propping up power. When religion wraps itself around politics like this, it stops being about love and starts being about control. And when that control is crowned as divine, the damage spreads far beyond the church walls.
The Power Of Cartoons
I love the power and effectiveness of my cartoons, especially when addressing figures like Donald Trump. Take, for example, a cartoon highlighting his manipulation of truth or his ability to rally followers, even at their own expense.
I could write a 1,000-word essay dissecting the dangers of his rhetoric, his approach to leadership, or his impact on society. But most people would scroll past or counter with an equally long rebuttal. However, a single-frame cartoon with a no words or a few well-chosen ones bypasses all of that and goes straight to the heart.
There’s no time to ignore.
There’s no time for a defence.
There’s no time for an argument.
It’s too late. You can’t unsee it.
This is why I continue to draw and share cartoons about Trump. They cut through the noise, provoke reflection, and, I believe, make a difference. Don’t you?
Political Cartoons Matter
Cartoons have a unique way of cutting through the noise, shining a light on the truth, and making us pause to reflect. When leaders like Donald Trump use charisma and rhetoric to obscure deeper issues, it’s vital to stay alert and analyze the true nature of their words and actions. As explored in Hate Can Sound Eloquent, it’s easy to be swayed by smooth delivery, but hate disguised as eloquence is still hate. By challenging these narratives through art and conversation, we can resist manipulation and inspire critical Political cartoons help us question narratives and stay informed. If you're looking for insights on resilience and awareness, check out my guide How to Survive a Challenging Era.
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Hi Sharon. Here it is on Youtube: <https://www.youtube.com/shorts/1VkJ1zjF3wc>
David …you recently posted a video for yourself talking about the role of Christian leaders speaking out. You said love is action..there is a pastoral role…etc. whete can I find this?