Political Cartoon #1

http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/toles-looks-to-election-2012/2011/04/04/AFIGBGdC_gallery.html

This political cartoon depicts a headless elephant in terms of who's leading the current Republican nomination campaign. This cartoon illustrates that there really isn't a consistent lead in terms of the nomination race--and despite there being a "new flavor of the week" for every candidate, there is also an underlying sense of frustration. The cartoonist is most likely moderate or slightly left-leaning in terms of their cynical view on the Republican race.

Question of the Week #1

Though blazing a fiery trail in the beginning, it's undeniable that candidate Rick Perry has lost most of his former flame for the Republican race. Charismatic and with a good "image" Perry does carry many of the qualities needed for a politician to win over her/his voters. However, Perry's blunders and his less than lackluster plans for the U.S. have turned off many. His proposal of a flat tax, though appealing to Republicans have the majority of the middle/lower class families against him; and would do little to help America out of the massive debt it currently finds itself in. Not to mention his earlier "Perry Moment" at one of the Republican debates have many wondering about his knowledge of politics in general, and have removed the voter's fickle eye from what was once the shining lead for the nomination.