A cartoon depicting Republicans in the monk's robes, worshipping an automatic rifle on an altar surrounded by smoking incense burners. The text reads, "Moloch ... the ancient and powerful god who brooks no dissent and demands the periodic sacrifice of children ..."

Loon Star State: Moloch

In his latest political cartoon for the Observer, Ben Sargent considers the violent religious beliefs of the modern Republican party.

by Ben Sargent

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