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Political cartoons have helped us make sense of the world in which we
live since they first appeared in the 18th century–though some, like the
iconic cartoonist Mr. Fish, argue the art predates even newspapers.
Although it’s an art form that is in many ways dying out, there are a
precious few political cartoonists out there that still understand the
importance of speaking truth to power through insightful humor and
visual commentary.
In this interview with Robert Scheer, the inimitable Dwayne Booth (AKA Mr. Fish) talks about his life, his passion, his art, and his
latest book, “Nobody
Left: Conversations with Famous Radicals, Progressives and Cultural
Icons About the End of Dissent, Revolution and Liberalism in America.”
Although the book does include some of Mr. Fish’s unforgettable
cartoons, it is largely made up of interviews with figures such as
Norman Mailer, Lily Tomlin, Christopher Hitchens, Howard Zinn, Joan
Baez, Dennis Kucinich, Tariq Ali, Mort Sahl, Paul Krassner, Jon Stewart,
and others.
Another book to add to my outrageous bookshelf! 😁
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