# The Toronto Star Has a Cartoon Problem

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Podcast: [Cannabis Goldsmith - A Show About Art and Design](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cannabis-goldsmith-a-show-about-art-and-design-6571502)
Published: 2026-07-29T14:44:09+00:00
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The Toronto Star Theo Moudakis trump monopoly cartoon which blames Canada's opposition leader for selling out the Gordie Howe Bridge to the Americans is clearly misinformation. The point of the Moudakis cartoon wasn't to inform, it was to tell readers how to interpret events. Political cartoons are not merely vehicles for propaganda, they are also framing devices. Cartoons are probably one of the worst types of political propaganda. I explain why in this show and look for explanations as to why our state funded news media is now hurting Canadian democracy. TRIBE – Custom Made Sterling Silver Trophy Belt Buckles and Jewelry – Product of Canada https://tribe.ca Send an email to alexd@cannabisgoldsmith.com to get on our mailing list or to order custom made jewelry products from TRIBE. The Cannabis Goldsmith is an Art & Design podcast produced by TRIBE COMMUNICATIONS INC. in Ontario, Upper Canada. © and ℗ 2026 Alex Dordevic TRIBE is a registered trademark

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