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Parodies of political figures are the lifeblood of the editorial cartoons in a free press. North Korea's nuclear threat provides young political scientists an opportunity to hone their critical thinking skills as they analyze a cartoon that parodies the interactions between Kim Jon-il and President George W. Bush.
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Instructional Ideas
- Ask individuals or groups to create their own cartoon that parodies a current political situation and to provide "Talking Points" that details the parallels in their parody
Classroom Considerations
- The cartoon features Kim Jong-il, the father of the current leader of North Korea, and President George W. Bush
Pros
- The handout includes a Talking Points section that explains the parallels between the parody and Charles Schulz's characters
- The Between the Lines section provides the historical context for the cartoon
Cons
- None