Newspaper editorial cartoons are graphic expressions of their creator’s ideas and opinions. In addition, the editorial cartoon usually, but not always, reflects the publication’s viewpoint.
Editorial cartoons are based on current events. That means that they are produced under restricted time conditions in order to meet publication deadlines (often 5 or 6 per week).
Editorial cartoons, like written editorials, have an educational purpose. They are intended to make readers think about current political issues.
Editorial cartoons must use a visual and verbal vocabulary that is familiar to readers.
Editorial cartoons are part of a business, which means that editors and/or managers may have an impact on what is published.
Editorial cartoons are published in a mass medium, such as a newspaper, news magazine, or the Web.
