Cartoons for the Classroom: Dogging the Dems

Political cartoons add an element of fun as your scholars study current events in Washington D.C. This analysis handout uses two cartoons to bring learners into discussion about the many issues democrats have concern over as November elections approach. Note that this handout is from 2010, but can still help your class practice cartoon analysis. Background information helps students access the cartoons, and three talking points offer platforms for deeper analysis of symbolism and meaning.