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Drawing on Anger: Portraits of U.S. Hypocrisy
Drawing on Portraits of U.S. Hypocrisy is a collection of Eric J. García’s most unabashed political cartoons about U.S. history and politics from 2004 to the present. They offer a scathing indictment of Republicans, Democrats, and the self-proclaimed greatest country on earth. Garcia reconstructs pivotal moments in history—such as U.S. complicity in the disappearance of forty-three Mexican students, genocide and torture in Iraq, and femicide along the U.S.—Mexico border—and reflects on the larger themes of anti-immigration laws, global imperialism, veterans affairs, and the conquest of the Americas. His cartoons are equally critical of both political parties and of both the United States and Mexico–lobbing criticism and satire in every direction.
For over a decade García has been serving up inked visuals with the sharpest of political critiques through a Chicano lens. If you’re looking for funny punch lines, these aren’t the cartoons for you. But if you want to pull down Uncle Sam’s pants and see what’s really going on, this is your book.
For over a decade García has been serving up inked visuals with the sharpest of political critiques through a Chicano lens. If you’re looking for funny punch lines, these aren’t the cartoons for you. But if you want to pull down Uncle Sam’s pants and see what’s really going on, this is your book.
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208 pages, Paperback
Published September 4, 2018
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June 16, 2026
Drawing on Anger: Portraits of U.S. Hypocrisy is a bold and thought-provoking collection that uses political cartooning as a powerful tool for social critique. Through sharp visual commentary and fearless analysis, Eric J. García challenges readers to confront difficult realities surrounding politics, history, power, and justice in the United States and beyond.
One of the book’s greatest strengths is its unapologetic perspective. García approaches complex political and social issues with remarkable conviction, using his artwork to expose contradictions, question official narratives, and encourage critical reflection. Rather than offering easy answers, the collection invites readers to engage with uncomfortable topics and reconsider widely accepted assumptions.
What stands out most is the breadth of issues addressed throughout the book. From immigration and foreign policy to historical injustice, state violence, and social inequality, García demonstrates how political cartoons can communicate complex ideas with immediacy and emotional impact. His work highlights connections between historical events and contemporary challenges, giving readers a broader understanding of the forces that continue to shape society.
The visual storytelling is particularly effective in conveying urgency and provoking discussion. Each cartoon functions as both artwork and commentary, creating a powerful blend of creativity and critique that encourages readers to look beyond headlines and examine deeper political and cultural dynamics.
Insightful, courageous, and intellectually engaging, Drawing on Anger is a compelling collection that showcases the enduring power of political art to challenge authority, spark conversation, and inspire critical thinking.
One of the book’s greatest strengths is its unapologetic perspective. García approaches complex political and social issues with remarkable conviction, using his artwork to expose contradictions, question official narratives, and encourage critical reflection. Rather than offering easy answers, the collection invites readers to engage with uncomfortable topics and reconsider widely accepted assumptions.
What stands out most is the breadth of issues addressed throughout the book. From immigration and foreign policy to historical injustice, state violence, and social inequality, García demonstrates how political cartoons can communicate complex ideas with immediacy and emotional impact. His work highlights connections between historical events and contemporary challenges, giving readers a broader understanding of the forces that continue to shape society.
The visual storytelling is particularly effective in conveying urgency and provoking discussion. Each cartoon functions as both artwork and commentary, creating a powerful blend of creativity and critique that encourages readers to look beyond headlines and examine deeper political and cultural dynamics.
Insightful, courageous, and intellectually engaging, Drawing on Anger is a compelling collection that showcases the enduring power of political art to challenge authority, spark conversation, and inspire critical thinking.
January 28, 2019
Some intense graphics portraying but a few of the US's crimes.
February 12, 2026
The political commentary is still relevant and hits, which is more a condemnation of our society and a praise of his clear analysis and art.
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