Code Red: Editorial Cartoons by Ed Hall

by Ed Hall, Randy Bish (Foreword)

Code Red! Code Red! We are under attack! Break out the plastic sheathing and duct tape! No, it’s not a biological terror attack – it’s the first book of political cartoons by Ed Hall. From anthrax scares to aircraft carrier landings, no story is too diverse or too extreme for this freelance, cartooning maverick. Chronicling the top stories of 2002 and 2003, Code Red is a thought provoking and humorous look at the circus that makes up American politics. Code Red shines a bright light on government with insightful images and fearless opinions. And no one is spared. John Ashcroft, Jeb and George Bush, Colin Powell, the French, Dick Cheney; they’re all in there. And don’t forget your favorite crazy dictator/evil-doer – from Kim Jong IL to Osama to Saddam, Ed’s sharp pen goes after them all. Hall considers himself an "attack" cartoonist, and if you’re in the way, watch out; because he hits with all the subtly of a sledge hammer.

150 pages, Paperback

Published October 1, 2003

About the author

Ed Hall is a cartoonist and political illustrator whose work has been featured in publications including USA Today, TIME magazine, Newsweek, the Washington Post and the LA Times. He’s been awarded a multitude of press and Fine Arts awards in the USA and internationally. His work has been exhibited in the Warhol Gallery in Pittsburgh, and The American University Gallery in Washington D.C. Ed started his creative education at an early age, learning independently and taking classes before enrolling in an Architecture degree. However it soon became apparent that it was art, not Architecture, that was his true love, so Ed switched to Graphic Design, which he later followed up with a Masters in painting. His enthusiasm for Fine Art can be seen in the quality of Ed’s drawings, keen observation and frequent use of a vigorous, freehand style. Let Ed read your copy and create a unique, individual vision for whatever story you want to tell!

On May 19, 2024 after an eight year battle with cancer Mr. Hall passed away.