Positive For Stricter Gun Control:
1.
Analyzed by: Mandi West
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 18, 2013
Cartoonist: Adam Zyglis; US
Title of Cartoon: High Capacity Magazines
Cartoon #: 125792
In the cartoon you see a citizen that is protesting against the need for stricter gun control. This cartoon addresses the issue of President Obama wanting to impose a ten-round limit for magazines. In the cartoon, the protester tries to make a point by asking, "When has a gov't-imposed limit on anything made us safer?" The punch line is the speed limit sign just next to the man. Indeed it is a law/restriction imposed by government for everyone's safety.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality constructed in this cartoon is that stricter gun control laws are by definition for the safety of our citizens. The cartoonist helps to compare to a limit imposed by the government that we all can relate to. Just how we have speed limits to ensure our safety on the roads, the government wants to limit our rounds in gun magazines for the safety of the American citizen.
2.
Analyzed by: Mandi West
Publication: Cagle
Date: December 21, 2012
Cartoonist: Adam Zyglis; US
Title of Cartoon: Gun Culture
Cartoon #: 124465
Above is a depiction of an American classic movie, A Christmas Story. This cartoon is supposed to mirror a part in the movie where Ralphie, after asking for a gun for so long and receiving it for Christmas, "shoots his eye out." Screen capture below.
As you can see, the artist has mimicked this exact moment in his editorial cartoon. To help frame his point, he labels Ralphie as "USA" and depicts him holding an assault rifle. Listed above the cartoon is the popular quote from the movie, "You'll shoot your eye out."
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
What Adam, the cartoonist, has portrayed in his cartoon is that without limits or restrictions with guns, USA is in danger like a child with a gun who doesn't know what he/she is doing. Again, it has framed the stricter gun control laws as a safety precaution, without which everyone would in danger.
3.
Analyzed by: Mandi West
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 23, 2013
Cartoonist: Bill Schorr; US
Title of Cartoon: Shooting Gallery
Cartoon #: 126024
Here we see a depiction of a simple shooting game that anyone would find at a carnival. The point of the game is to shoot down the targets. Among the duck targets we see a row of children. The cartoonist has defined this as "America the Shooting Gallery". This is a reaction to the recent news of the Newtown School shooting where 20 kids were killed.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
This cartoon plays with the viewer's emotions. The focus on the children as targets is what hits home the most for people. The message is so horrifying that it does a great job at convincing people to think that gun control is a good idea.
4.
Analyzed by: Kori Slager
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 18, 2013
Cartoonist: David Fitzsimmons; US
Title of Cartoon: Gun Baby
Cartoon #: n/a
In the cartoon you see an advocate of the NRA protecting his gun like it is his child on one side and you see parents at a headstone mourning the death of their child who was killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings on the other side. The NRA advocate appears to be telling the parents in this cartoon, "don't come between me and my baby."
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The message constructed in this cartoon is that the NRA is so concerned and obsessed with their guns that they are treating their guns like an infant instead of focusing on the actual children from Newtown who were murdered by someone with a gun. Another reality that has been constructed by the cartoon may be that the issue around guns and gun control was brought up and turned into a national debate before the parents of the victims at Sandy Hook Elementary had time to mourn.
5.
Analyzed by: Kori Slager
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 25, 2013
Cartoonist: Chris Britt; US
Title of Cartoon: Background Checks
Cartoon #: n/a
In the cartoon you see an uneducated man named "Vern Pilkey" who is holding signs stating that "Gunshow background checks are unconstipational violationism," and "Don't let der fuhrer obummer take all of r guns." The man in the cartoon is carrying a gun and wearing a "beware the black helicopters" t-shirt along with an anti-red dawn button on his hat which appears to have antlers.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
This cartoon utilizes many historical references to make the constructed reality very clear. The term black helicopters first became popular during the United States militia movement and was used as a warning of military conspiracy takeover of the United States. Many people have been claiming that Obama is a socialist and that he wants the government to control every aspect of our lives, this shirt is symbolizing that the man in the cartoon believes this to be true. He is also wearing an anti-red dawn button which is the title of a movie that came out in 1984 starring Patrick Swayze. The film was about a group of high school aged students who decided to band together to fend off Soviet forces who are invading their town. He appears to be wearing a cap with antlers, obviously an advocate of hunting. The message constructed is that there are uneducated people ranting and raving about being able to keep their guns.
6.
Analyzed by: Kori Slager
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 18, 2013
Cartoonist: John Cole; US
Title of Cartoon: NRA and Hunting
Cartoon #: n/a
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The message constructed in this cartoon is that the NRA is so concerned and obsessed with their guns that they are treating their guns like an infant instead of focusing on the actual children from Newtown who were murdered by someone with a gun. Another reality that has been constructed by the cartoon may be that the issue around guns and gun control was brought up and turned into a national debate before the parents of the victims at Sandy Hook Elementary had time to mourn.
5.
Analyzed by: Kori Slager
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 25, 2013
Cartoonist: Chris Britt; US
Title of Cartoon: Background Checks
Cartoon #: n/a
In the cartoon you see an uneducated man named "Vern Pilkey" who is holding signs stating that "Gunshow background checks are unconstipational violationism," and "Don't let der fuhrer obummer take all of r guns." The man in the cartoon is carrying a gun and wearing a "beware the black helicopters" t-shirt along with an anti-red dawn button on his hat which appears to have antlers.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
This cartoon utilizes many historical references to make the constructed reality very clear. The term black helicopters first became popular during the United States militia movement and was used as a warning of military conspiracy takeover of the United States. Many people have been claiming that Obama is a socialist and that he wants the government to control every aspect of our lives, this shirt is symbolizing that the man in the cartoon believes this to be true. He is also wearing an anti-red dawn button which is the title of a movie that came out in 1984 starring Patrick Swayze. The film was about a group of high school aged students who decided to band together to fend off Soviet forces who are invading their town. He appears to be wearing a cap with antlers, obviously an advocate of hunting. The message constructed is that there are uneducated people ranting and raving about being able to keep their guns.
6.
Analyzed by: Kori Slager
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 18, 2013
Cartoonist: John Cole; US
Title of Cartoon: NRA and Hunting
Cartoon #: n/a
In this cartoon Vice President of the NRA, Wayne LaPierre, states that "The NRA's number one job is to protect hunter's rights." It depicts a hunter driving in his truck with his gun out the window while senators, state officials and representatives are tied down to the car.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality being constructed by this cartoon is that LaPierre is using hunters as a scapegoat because his business is to sell guns. Hunters are his main source of income, if he can support their rights then his business won’t suffer. As long as he hides his arguments behind hunters rights and "ties down" the state officials, senators and representatives that are against gun control now, his business won’t be affected much.
7.
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 16, 2013
Cartoonist: David Fitzsimmons; US
Title of Cartoon: Guns
Cartoon #: 125623
In this cartoon Linus is cuddling up to three different assault weapons. Linus is famous for dragging his blue blanket around in Charlie Brown. The blanket serves as his sense of security and comfort. The cartoon above is framing that many Americans now turn to their guns as a sense of security. The contrast of the blanket and guns is very distinct in this cartoon.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality in the cartoon is comparing Linus and his blue blanket to Linus holding guns. The cartoonist was smart in using such a well-known cartoon character to portray this message. The cartoon suggests that Americans have become too dependent when it comes to their guns.
8.
Analyzed by: Tiffany Funk
Publication: LA Times
Date: 2013
Cartoonist: Horsey; US
Title of Cartoon: Making the Connection
Cartoon #: n/a
The subject in this cartoon is a man that would stereotypically be described as a 'hillbilly', suggesting that he doesn't have a good formal education and therefore doesn't truly understand why we need stricter gun control laws. The caption says "making the connection between insanity and guns: exhibit A" with an arrow pointing at the man who says "It's one tiny step from banning assault rifles to Hitler, Stalin and Pol Pot!"This statement suggests that the man is a bit paranoid around the stigma of gun control.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality is that if stricter gun control laws are enforced, a lot of people will feel that we are experiencing a repeat of past historical events such as the Holocaust.
9.
Analyzed by: Kelsey Schwab
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 17, 2013
Cartoonist: Ingrid Rice; Canada
Title of Cartoon: Military Style Assault Weapon
Cartoon #: n/a
This cartoon depicts a man dressed in camouflage wearing an NRA hat. He is arguing that the public should have access to military-style assault weapons. His reasoning as to why the public should have these weapons includes: good “skeet” shooting and “trick” shooting, easy aeration of lawns, and tenderizing deer.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality that is constructed within this cartoon about stricter gun control laws is that the NRA cannot come up with real and professional reasons why military-style firearms are needed. This cartoon is poking fun at the NRA and gun owners. The man framed in this cartoon portrays the stereotype of gun owners as “camo-wearing rednecks in pickup trucks.”
10.
Analyzed by: Kelsey Schwab
Publication: Cagle
Date: December 18, 2012
Cartoonist: Hajo De Reijger; The Netherlands
Title of Cartoon: Guns for Breakfast
Cartoon #: 124219
In this cartoon, an average American family is pictured eating breakfast together. There is an American flag placed directly outside their window and instead of having food on the table there are tons of guns and bullets. Everyone in the picture appears to be nonchalantly holding a gun including the father who is holding a gun pointed directly toward himself. This cartoon appears to be a depiction of a typical American family from the 1950's (see picture below).
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality that is constructed within this cartoon about stricter gun control laws is that American citizens are almost too comfortable with the idea of guns. Guns have become a part of our everyday lives. The idea of violence is so prevalent that it consumes the family dinner table. The fact that the guns are pointed at one another may suggest that America needs gun control so guns do not tear families apart. The image below could be seen an example of this American family WITH gun control.
11.
Analyzed by: Tiffany Funk
Publication: Cagle
Date: July 30, 2012
Cartoonist: Gary McCoy; US
Title of Cartoon: More Gun Control
Cartoon #: 116051
The subject of this cartoon is a news reporter covering the issue of gun debate. The caption states, "Following the Aurora Colorado shooting, there's been an increased call for more gun control. In other news, due to an increase in skin cancer, congressional democrats are considering ways to outlaw sunshine." The image on the screen of the news channel is a picture of a donkey, which is a symbol of the democratic party, holding an anti-sunshine sign.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Negative framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is opposed to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is supportive to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The constructed reality behind this cartoon is that the democratic party is overreacting and trying to solve problems where there truly is no problem to be solved. The cartoonist uses satire to compare the idea of getting rid of guns with the idea of getting rid of the sun because of an increase in skin cancer. The cartoonist is trying to depict how silly gun control sounds.
12.
Analyzed by: Kelsey Schwab
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 17, 2013
Cartoonist: Jeff Darcy; US
Title of Cartoon: Second Amendment
Cartoon #: n/a
This cartoon depicts two different versions of the Second Amendment. The top version is labeled “Obama’s 2nd Amendment Copy”, while the bottom version is labeled “NRA’s 2nd Amendment Copy”. While both copies essentially say the same thing and are both basically accurate to the actual Second Amendment, they emphasize different key words and phrases. In Obama’s copy, the words “Well regulated” are written much larger. In the NRA’s copy, those same words are tiny and almost blotted out while the phrase “Not be infringed” is emphasized. Both sides are twisting the truth.
Tone of the Cartoon:
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality being constructed by this cartoon is that LaPierre is using hunters as a scapegoat because his business is to sell guns. Hunters are his main source of income, if he can support their rights then his business won’t suffer. As long as he hides his arguments behind hunters rights and "ties down" the state officials, senators and representatives that are against gun control now, his business won’t be affected much.
7.
Analyzed by: Stacey Worster
Date: January 16, 2013
Cartoonist: David Fitzsimmons; US
Title of Cartoon: Guns
Cartoon #: 125623
In this cartoon Linus is cuddling up to three different assault weapons. Linus is famous for dragging his blue blanket around in Charlie Brown. The blanket serves as his sense of security and comfort. The cartoon above is framing that many Americans now turn to their guns as a sense of security. The contrast of the blanket and guns is very distinct in this cartoon.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality in the cartoon is comparing Linus and his blue blanket to Linus holding guns. The cartoonist was smart in using such a well-known cartoon character to portray this message. The cartoon suggests that Americans have become too dependent when it comes to their guns.
8.
Analyzed by: Tiffany Funk
Publication: LA Times
Date: 2013
Cartoonist: Horsey; US
Title of Cartoon: Making the Connection
Cartoon #: n/a
The subject in this cartoon is a man that would stereotypically be described as a 'hillbilly', suggesting that he doesn't have a good formal education and therefore doesn't truly understand why we need stricter gun control laws. The caption says "making the connection between insanity and guns: exhibit A" with an arrow pointing at the man who says "It's one tiny step from banning assault rifles to Hitler, Stalin and Pol Pot!"This statement suggests that the man is a bit paranoid around the stigma of gun control.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality is that if stricter gun control laws are enforced, a lot of people will feel that we are experiencing a repeat of past historical events such as the Holocaust.
9.
Analyzed by: Kelsey Schwab
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 17, 2013
Cartoonist: Ingrid Rice; Canada
Title of Cartoon: Military Style Assault Weapon
Cartoon #: n/a
This cartoon depicts a man dressed in camouflage wearing an NRA hat. He is arguing that the public should have access to military-style assault weapons. His reasoning as to why the public should have these weapons includes: good “skeet” shooting and “trick” shooting, easy aeration of lawns, and tenderizing deer.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality that is constructed within this cartoon about stricter gun control laws is that the NRA cannot come up with real and professional reasons why military-style firearms are needed. This cartoon is poking fun at the NRA and gun owners. The man framed in this cartoon portrays the stereotype of gun owners as “camo-wearing rednecks in pickup trucks.”
10.
Analyzed by: Kelsey Schwab
Publication: Cagle
Date: December 18, 2012
Cartoonist: Hajo De Reijger; The Netherlands
Title of Cartoon: Guns for Breakfast
Cartoon #: 124219
In this cartoon, an average American family is pictured eating breakfast together. There is an American flag placed directly outside their window and instead of having food on the table there are tons of guns and bullets. Everyone in the picture appears to be nonchalantly holding a gun including the father who is holding a gun pointed directly toward himself. This cartoon appears to be a depiction of a typical American family from the 1950's (see picture below).
http://www.reformer802.com/realtalk/files/2012/07/Family-Dinner-without-TV-1950s-Medium-Web-view.jpg
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Positive framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is supportive to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is opposed to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality that is constructed within this cartoon about stricter gun control laws is that American citizens are almost too comfortable with the idea of guns. Guns have become a part of our everyday lives. The idea of violence is so prevalent that it consumes the family dinner table. The fact that the guns are pointed at one another may suggest that America needs gun control so guns do not tear families apart. The image below could be seen an example of this American family WITH gun control.
Negative For Stricter Gun Control:
11.
Analyzed by: Tiffany Funk
Publication: Cagle
Date: July 30, 2012
Cartoonist: Gary McCoy; US
Title of Cartoon: More Gun Control
Cartoon #: 116051
The subject of this cartoon is a news reporter covering the issue of gun debate. The caption states, "Following the Aurora Colorado shooting, there's been an increased call for more gun control. In other news, due to an increase in skin cancer, congressional democrats are considering ways to outlaw sunshine." The image on the screen of the news channel is a picture of a donkey, which is a symbol of the democratic party, holding an anti-sunshine sign.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Negative framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is opposed to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is supportive to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The constructed reality behind this cartoon is that the democratic party is overreacting and trying to solve problems where there truly is no problem to be solved. The cartoonist uses satire to compare the idea of getting rid of guns with the idea of getting rid of the sun because of an increase in skin cancer. The cartoonist is trying to depict how silly gun control sounds.
12.
Analyzed by: Kelsey Schwab
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 17, 2013
Cartoonist: Jeff Darcy; US
Title of Cartoon: Second Amendment
Cartoon #: n/a
This cartoon depicts two different versions of the Second Amendment. The top version is labeled “Obama’s 2nd Amendment Copy”, while the bottom version is labeled “NRA’s 2nd Amendment Copy”. While both copies essentially say the same thing and are both basically accurate to the actual Second Amendment, they emphasize different key words and phrases. In Obama’s copy, the words “Well regulated” are written much larger. In the NRA’s copy, those same words are tiny and almost blotted out while the phrase “Not be infringed” is emphasized. Both sides are twisting the truth.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Negative framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is opposed to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is supportive to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality constructed in this cartoon is that the views on gun control laws and on what is written in the Second Amendment are being twisted by both sides. As stated in our introduction, the Second Amendment guarantees citizens the right to bear arms. The amendment states: “A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed”. The NRA’s copy uses this wording, while Obama's copy changes the original phrase from “necessary TO the security of a free state” to “necessary FOR the security of a free state”. Although this cartoon is more neutral because it demonstrates that both sides are twisting the truth, we conclude that it has a negative lean because Obama’s copy has altered the actual wording of the amendment.
13.
Analyzed by: Kori Slager
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 14, 2013
Cartoonist: Joe Heller; US
Title of Cartoon: Gun Control Debate
Cartoon #: n/a
This cartoon depicts a man with his dog who is out hunting. He is looking down at all the chaos and angry people who are demanding things like “arm teachers” and “more background checks.” The man on the hill states, “You know, all I want is a little peace and quiet so I can just hunt.”
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Negative framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is opposed to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is supportive to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality constructed in this cartoon is that stricter gun control laws are just creating chaos when there there is no reason for chaos. It has been framed to show the hunter’s point of view and how tired he is of all the chaos surrounding the controversies around gun control.
14.
Analyzed by: Kori Slager
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 17, 2013
Cartoonist: Lailsonde Holanda Cavalcanti; Brazil
Title of Cartoon: Obama Unchained
Cartoon #: 125712
This cartoon depicts President Obama as a free spirit. He looks very similar to Indiana Jones in his dress and mannerisms. He appears to be holding a giant pen which would fit perfectly in the gun holster attached to his belt.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Negative framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is opposed to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is supportive to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality constructed in this cartoon is that President Obama is doing and editing whatever he feels like doing with his pen. After many have made claims against Obama about going against the constitution, this cartoon seems to be depicting him as a free spirit with a pen at the ready to rewrite the Second Amendment. The cartoonist is trying to show viewers what is really happening to the Second Amendment under Obama’s presidency.
15.
Analyzed by: Stacey Worster
Publication: Cagle
Date: December 12, 2012
Cartoonist: Gary Mccoy; US
Title of Cartoon: Anti-Gun Zealots
Cartoon #: 124456
This cartoon depicts the NRA advocate as a stereotypical “average joe” and the citizen in favor of gun control as an insane slob who supports taking away weapons from anyone who is not in authority. It poses the question "guess which is a greater threat to your safety." Anyone looking at the cartoon would be able to see that it appears much safer on the side of the NRA.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Negative framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is opposed to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is supportive to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality being reflected in this cartoon is that the supporters of gun control are blinded by the negative effects of banning all weapons for upstanding citizens and only allowing authority figures to hold them. The NRA member is being framed as a calm, ordinary citizen that is perfectly fine abiding by the laws and regulations as long as his weapons are not touched by the government.
16.
Analyzed by: Stacey Worster
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 17, 2013
Cartoonist: Paresh Nath; Dubai
Title of Cartoon: Obama Gun Control
Cartoon #: 125690
In this cartoon the NRA members are running away from the President while saying, “this is the fight of the century.” It is portraying that the people in charge are going to take away ordinary citizens concealed weapons, although those in power will still be able to hold an assault weapon.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Negative framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is opposed to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is supportive to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality of the cartoon is that the NRA is fighting a battle that makes sense to most Americans. Getting rid of guns is not the solution to all accidents and tragedies worldwide. The reality is also putting the point across that empowered individuals will still be able to own these weapons, but they will be taken away from every other permitted gun holder.
3. Framing is supportive to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality being reflected in this cartoon is that the supporters of gun control are blinded by the negative effects of banning all weapons for upstanding citizens and only allowing authority figures to hold them. The NRA member is being framed as a calm, ordinary citizen that is perfectly fine abiding by the laws and regulations as long as his weapons are not touched by the government.
16.
Analyzed by: Stacey Worster
Publication: Cagle
Date: January 17, 2013
Cartoonist: Paresh Nath; Dubai
Title of Cartoon: Obama Gun Control
Cartoon #: 125690
In this cartoon the NRA members are running away from the President while saying, “this is the fight of the century.” It is portraying that the people in charge are going to take away ordinary citizens concealed weapons, although those in power will still be able to hold an assault weapon.
Tone of the Cartoon:
1. Negative framing for stricter gun control.
2. Framing is opposed to supporters of increased gun control.
3. Framing is supportive to opponents of stricter gun control laws.
What “reality” is constructed/framed about stricter gun control laws?
The reality of the cartoon is that the NRA is fighting a battle that makes sense to most Americans. Getting rid of guns is not the solution to all accidents and tragedies worldwide. The reality is also putting the point across that empowered individuals will still be able to own these weapons, but they will be taken away from every other permitted gun holder.
