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Between the linesRudy Giuliani, the formermayor of New York City, isseeking the Republicannomination for the 2008presidential campaign. Inthe wake of theSeptember 11, 2001attacks on the WorldTrade Center, Giuliani washailed by many for hisleadership during the cri-sis. But Some firefightersresent the way the formermayor treated the depart-ment before and afterSept. 11. His role as avoice of calm and confi-dence at a time of fearand uncertainty playslarge in his campaign.
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Tooning into the candidates: Rudy GiulianiGet out your newspaperGather a collection of political cartoonsthat deal with the presidential campaignfrom your newspaper. Using the CartoonEvaluation Worksheet (available online atthe NIE Website) analyze each cartoonand explain the artist’s message as wellas the artist’s point of view. Find newsstories dealing with the issues covered bythe toon and determine whether youagree with the stance in the toons.
Talking points1. Matt Davies takes a jab at the Republican Party with his carica-ture of Rudy Giuliani standing atop the rubble. The caption “Historysuggests I’m your man,” refers to Giuliani’s reputation as leader inthe aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. Why does the artist equate theRepublican party with a disaster? 2. There are plenty of labels included in this toon as an effort tomake the message clear. Would you understand the cartoon if thewords 2008 Republican Party weren’t part of the drawing? Is theelephant a strong enough symbol for the Republican Party for your? 3. Is this toon complimentary to the candidate or critical? Does theartist support Republicans? Does the artist support Giuliani’s candi-dacy? How would you craft a rebuttle to the cartoon?
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