"Don’t Shoot!" Political Cartoon on Police Violence and Media Coverage #1571892 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white editorial cartoon features a news cameraman labeled “MEDIA” filming a tense standoff where a heavily armed officer marked “FERGUSON” points a firearm at three terrified civilians with hands raised. Above them, a large speech bubble declares “DON’T SHOOT!”, echoing protest slogans from real-world incidents of police violence. The image uses exaggerated expressions and symbolic labeling to critique systemic injustice and the role of media in bearing witness.

Used in news articles, op-eds, or educational resources discussing police brutality, racial justice movements (e.g., Ferguson 2014), and press freedom; targets readers seeking critical visual commentary on civil rights and law enforcement accountability.