Arts
Noting the long history of censorship in the comic book world, this panel will explore the role comics, editorial cartoons, and graphic illustration play in issues of censorship and free speech, as well as the history of censorship of comics in the US. Paying particular attention to the use of stereotypes in political cartoons and free speech on college campuses, our panelists discuss the complexities surrounding these issues. Moderator: Sandra Suárez, Professor of Political Science at Temple University Panelists: Signe Wilkinson, Editorial Cartoonist, Philly.com Laura Little, Professor of Law and Government, Temple University Jennifer Cruté, Comic Artist & Graphic Designer At one point in the presentation, Prof. Little plays a video. Here it is if you would like to reference it. This panel was recorded at Temple's College of Liberal Arts Graphic Thinking Conference, on October 17, 2017.