The correct answers to these open questions are the following.
1. Describe what’s going on in the political cartoon?
In this political cartoon, we can see the figure of Uncle Sam writing a song on the piano. Indeed, Uncle Sam is paraphrasing the song "Imagine," written by former Beatle John Lennon.
2. Identify any symbols portrayed in the cartoon and analyze what they represent.
The most relevant symbol in the cartoon is the figure of Uncle Sam, who represents the United States government.
3. What is the artist’s message in the cartoon? What do you think is its purpose?
The author's message is clear here. The author is criticizing the inability of the federal government of the United States that has not been able to solve the real issues and problems that affect the nation. That is why he is so wit to paraphrase the song "Imagine." It is like he is telling the politicians "stop dreaming and get to work!"
4. Do you agree or disagree with the cartoonist's message?
Yes, I agree. Sometimes I think that the federal government lives in a "permanent paralysis" where nothing real and serious can be achieved. The executive branch has notorious differences from the legislative branch. The legislative branch is paralyzed with the division and inability of Democrats and Republicans that divide the nation.
5. What does this cartoon show us about Congress in general and the legislative process in particular?
That there is a serious problem in the United States Congress. The House of Representatives is so divided, no true and important agreement can be reached. In the Senate, basically the same. Congressmen have passed from rivals to enemies. Just remember that the last US President was impeached twice in the final years of his administration. And just due to these nonsense political interests that do not benefit the American people.
