Cartoons on Fire: Burmese Cartoonists Speak Out Against Letpadaung Crackdown

In the wake of the brutal crackdown on protesters at the Letpadaung copper mine in Burma, a group of Burmese cartoonists have come together to create a powerful series of cartoons that speak out against the violence and injustice. These cartoons, which have been shared widely on social media, offer a unique and powerful perspective on the events at Letpadaung.

The Letpadaung copper mine, located in the Sagaing Region of Burma, is a joint venture between the Burmese government and a Chinese mining company. The mine has been the site of protests since 2012, as local villagers have raised concerns about the environmental and social impacts of the project.

Cartoons on Fire from Letpadaung Crackdown by Burmese Cartoonists

by Ashley Kinkead

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In November 2014, the Burmese government sent in security forces to crack down on the protests. The crackdown resulted in the deaths of at least five people and the arrest of dozens more.

The cartoons created by Burmese cartoonists in response to the Letpadaung crackdown are a powerful indictment of the violence and injustice that has taken place. The cartoons depict the protesters as peaceful and unarmed, while the security forces are shown as brutal and oppressive.

One cartoon shows a protester being shot in the back by a security officer. Another cartoon shows a group of protesters being beaten by security forces. A third cartoon shows a security officer pointing a gun at a young child.

The cartoons are a clear and powerful message that the Burmese government's crackdown on the Letpadaung protesters was a grave violation of human rights. The cartoons also show that the Burmese people are not afraid to speak out against injustice, even in the face of repression.

The cartoons created by Burmese cartoonists in response to the Letpadaung crackdown are a valuable contribution to the struggle for freedom of expression and human rights in Burma. These cartoons will continue to inspire and motivate people around the world to stand up for what is right.

Here are some of the cartoons that have been created by Burmese cartoonists in response to the Letpadaung crackdown:

[Image of a cartoon showing a protester being shot in the back by a security officer]

[Image of a cartoon showing a group of protesters being beaten by security forces]

[Image of a cartoon showing a security officer pointing a gun at a young child]

These cartoons are a powerful reminder of the importance of freedom of expression and the need to stand up for what is right.

Cartoons on Fire from Letpadaung Crackdown by Burmese Cartoonists

by Ashley Kinkead

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7657 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	16 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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