I imagine it’s a comment on how the Socialist or left of centre parties in Europe are losing elections or if standing anytime soon, will likely lose ground to centre-right or right-wing parties…(except in Greece).
Are the characters in this ‘toon meant to represent anyone in particular?
Well, the feel is similar to “liberty leading the people”. But if you find the correct scene Oliver seems to be borrowing his from, please let us know.
OmqR-IV.0 over 14 years ago
I imagine it’s a comment on how the Socialist or left of centre parties in Europe are losing elections or if standing anytime soon, will likely lose ground to centre-right or right-wing parties…(except in Greece). Are the characters in this ‘toon meant to represent anyone in particular?
CorosiveFrog Premium Member over 14 years ago
European “right” is still miles from the American one. Even left of the American left.
parkersinthehouse over 14 years ago
silly me, my first thought, omqr, was “liberty leading the people”
OmqR-IV.0 over 14 years ago
^ Oh! The painting… yes, yes! I think I see it, I need to look up the painting now ;-)
Edit: Bugger me, I think you have it!
4uk4ata over 14 years ago
“while all our Prez did was apologize”
Since when is “all options are on the table” an apology?
OmqR-IV.0 over 14 years ago
Well, the feel is similar to “liberty leading the people”. But if you find the correct scene Oliver seems to be borrowing his from, please let us know.