Essay On Overpopulation

Overpopulation, a topic which is often overlooked, is becoming an uncontrollable problem that only seems to be getting worse as time goes on. Rapid population growth is commonly seen as an elusive quality of life with many unanswered questions. From the unwanted effects it brings, to the controversial questions which arise while dealing with the subject, this topic appears to be a never ending battle. Nonetheless, this problem is becoming such a focal point that some political cartoonists are transitioning from their typical political figure cartoon rhetoric, to the realistic analyzation of the Earth and its particularly tarnished condition. Osvaldo G. Gomez, a sociopolitical cartoonist for Cartoon Movement, is one of these artists. In one

For example, a minute weakness in the cartoon is the absence of major damage to the planet. Although the planet’s character is depicted with a single band aid on its head, Gomez could have given the Earth a more dramatized appearance. This minor detail would have significantly enhanced his appeal to the emotions and allowed his cartoon to persuade his viewers even more. Another weak point of the cartoon is the general lack of color. Color also enhances the quality of the image and gives detail to what is being drawn. Perhaps Gomez decided to keep the colors modest and instead wanted the meaning of the cartoon to stand out more than characters themselves. This minimalistic approach allows his audience to understand his opinion without too many distractions. On the other hand, a major strength of the cartoon is its kairos. The artist decided to post this particular comic on June 5th, or World Environment Day. This opportunistic approach allowed Gomez general opinion and the exigence of the issue to coincide