December 30, 1967

This political cartoon was published in the last newspaper of 1967, looking forward to New Year’s resolutions for the new year of 1968. This cartoon features four of the principles of Kwanzaa, which is celebrated from December 26 to January 1.

Questions for reflection:

1. What is the significance of the fists?

2. How does the imagery complement and reinforce the text?

3. What does “roll up your sleeves” mean in this cartoon?

4. What New Year’s resolution could YOU create that would create positive change in the year to come?

“The Black Community 1968,” December 30, 1967, Milwaukee Courier, Public Library Microfilm Collection, Microfilmed by the Wisconsin Historical Society.