Cartoon of the Day: A Bit of Pain
An exclusive cartoon from Michael de Adder
Hi Meidas Mighty,
Michael de Adder here. Thanks for all the kind words regarding the cartoons I’ve been sharing with the MeidasTouch community on Substack.
You may remember my work from the Washington Post or one of the many newspapers in the USA that have reprinted my work over the past decade. I’m excited to continue to share my work on this independent platform. The fight for democracy has never been more critical.
Trump sees tariffs as a way to protect U.S. industries and punish trade rivals—especially China. He claims they reduce deficits and bring back jobs, despite evidence that they raise consumer costs and provoke retaliation. Critics call tariffs a tax on Americans, but Trump frames them as a sign of economic strength.
But what does Trump really know about strength? He thinks insulting people and mocking the disabled is strength.
A bit of pain
Michael de Adder is a Canadian editorial cartoonist celebrated for his sharp political satire and bold visual storytelling. His work has appeared in The Washington Post, The Globe and Mail, and The Hill Times, among other major publications. Known for his fearless critique of political figures, he gained widespread recognition for his searing cartoons on Donald Trump and Canadian leaders. A highly decorated artist, de Adder has won multiple National Newspaper Awards, the prestigious Herblock Prize for editorial cartooning, and the Reuben Award for Cartoonist of the Year. He has also authored nine books. With a style that fuses humor and incisive commentary, he remains one of the world’s most influential cartoonists.
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Trump has been screwing people since time immemorial. Nice to see the cartoon!
Schadenfreude -- joy at the misfortune of others -- will be setting in shortly, as he's screwed the farmers along with the rest of us "common folk."
Thank You Michael. Your work brings a smile to my heart.