This political cartoon exposes the true corruption behind the Flint water crisis. Thousands of citizens in Flint cannot drink the toxic water, and this cartoon depicts that the governor fears the same water he allowed to harm the citizens. This is ironic because he now is literally given a taste of his own doing. The political cartoon depicts governor sweating and a worried face to prove that the water is truly poisoned. The caption also adds to the governor’s nervous face because he uses an ellipsis and “ah” to show he is apprehensive about tasting the same water he approved for Flint. The title of this cartoon gives the audience the specific event that is occurring- the governor’s congressional hearing. This political cartoon truly shows the corruption behind the government. It is truly tragic that the government could approve of water that is poisonous for their citizens to drink- but they don't want to drink it themselves. This cartoon also raises questions about the safety that our own government provides. Is it all about the money, or do these community leaders care about the citizens?
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