Dictators Hate Political Cartoons - So I Keep Drawing Them

Offered By: TED via YouTube

Course Description

Overview

Explore the power of political cartoons in this thought-provoking TED Talk by exiled Venezuelan cartoonist Rayma Suprani. Discover how cartoons serve as a barometer of freedom and why dictators fear their impact. Gain insights into Suprani's career of challenging totalitarianism through her art, as she reveals how cartoons mirror society and uncover hidden truths. Learn about the personal costs of speaking truth to power and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. Delivered in Spanish with consecutive English translation, this 17-minute talk offers a compelling look at the intersection of art, politics, and freedom of expression.

Syllabus

Rayma Suprani: Dictators hate political cartoons -- so I keep drawing them | TED

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