When Congress passed the U.S. government’s 2019
According to the U.S. Constitution, Congress controls the
This cartoon comments on the situation. It features two members of Congress: a Democrat (symbolized by the blue tie) and a Republican (symbolized by the red tie). It also depicts the genie from the tale (and Disney movie) of Aladdin. Study the cartoon, then answer the questions.
1. What has just happened in the cartoon? What has President Trump told the genie his wish is?
2. What is the genie’s reaction to the president’s request? How can you tell he feels that way?
3. What does the genie represent? Where does he come from, and what in the cartoon tells you this?
4. What is the cartoon’s message, as summarized by the dialogue between the congressmen?