Political cartoons for August 30

Sunday’s political cartoons include a new vaccine, scary running mates, and the rename game

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This cartoon is titled "One day..." It depicts a hand holding a vial of medicine that is named "Anti-vax stupidity vaccine. Unlimited dose vial."

(Image credit: Michael Ramirez / Copyright 2026 Creators Syndicate)

A group of two frightening-looking thugs labeled "Economy" and "War" are joined by the Grim Reaper labeled "Disease". The three speak to a frightened elephant who holds a "Midterm Elections" sign and say, "Hi..We're your running mates."

(Image credit: Chris Britt / Copyright 2026 Creators Syndicate)

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