The Rejected Political Cartoons

Lee Judge, a political cartoonist for The Kansas City Star newspaper, has been producing visual commentary since 1976. Throughout his career, he's been saving his rejected cartoon ideas. Now, you can see for yourself what Lee drew when Tiger Woods got in trouble, or how he imagined Hillary Clinton would react if she ever met Lorena Bobbit. This book features Lee's unpublished cartoons that relate to taboo topics such as religion, sex, and profanity.

The book's foreword is written by Gary Larson, the creator of The Far Side. Larson notes that political cartoonists are not always concerned with being funny, per se, but he finds Lee Judge to be a "rare double threat": unflinching in his views and sense of humor. Larson has enjoyed Lee's company on a few occasions, usually while indulging in some Kansas City barbecue, and has laughed so hard that he felt he should have paid a cover charge. Larson considers Lee to be the funniest person he has ever met.

The book's content promises to be a unique and entertaining exploration of sensitive subjects through the lens of Lee Judge's cartoons. Readers can expect to be challenged and amused by his uncompromising approach to political and social commentary. Whether it's his take on Ronald Reagan's colon surgery or his interpretation of Tiger Woods' personal troubles, Lee Judge's cartoons are sure to provoke thought and laughter in equal measure.

This collection of unpublished works offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a seasoned political cartoonist who is unafraid to tackle the most controversial topics. With Gary Larson's endorsement and the promise of Lee Judge's signature brand of humor and insight, this book is sure to be a must-read for fans of political satire and lovers of unconventional, thought-provoking art.

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