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CARTOON: INFLATION, 1978. Cartoon comment comparing Jimmy Carters struggle against
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CARTOON: INFLATION, 1978. Cartoon comment comparing Jimmy Carters struggle against
CARTOON: INFLATION, 1978.
Cartoon comment comparing Jimmy Carters struggle against inflation to the biblical contest between David and Goliath. Cartoon by Edmund Valtman, 1978
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Media ID 13643276
1978 Caricature Carter David Edmund Goliath Hartford Times Inflation Jimmy Valtman
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a thought-provoking cartoon from 1978, titled "Cartoon: Inflation". The artist, Edmund Valtman, skillfully compares Jimmy Carter's struggle against inflation to the biblical contest between David and Goliath. This clever analogy highlights the magnitude of the challenge faced by President Carter during his presidency. In this artwork, we see a caricature of President Carter portrayed as David, the young shepherd who famously defeated the giant warrior Goliath with just a slingshot. By equating inflation to Goliath, Valtman emphasizes its overwhelming power and dominance over society at that time. The cartoon serves as a reminder of how daunting it was for President Carter to combat rising prices and economic instability during his tenure. It symbolizes his determination and resilience in facing such an enormous adversary head-on. Valtman's artistic style is evident in this drawing; he expertly captures both humor and depth through his portrayal of Carter as an ordinary man taking on an extraordinary challenge. The attention to detail in each stroke showcases Valtman's talent for capturing complex ideas within a single image. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to appreciate not only Valtman's artistic prowess but also the historical significance of this period in American history. It serves as a timeless reminder of leadership under pressure and inspires reflection on our own struggles against seemingly insurmountable odds.
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