Richest Country in the World 1953

"Richest Country in the World" is a 1953 editorial cartoon by Herbert Lawrence Block, known as Herblock. This satirical drawing depicts a city skyline filled with skyscrapers and luxurious cars, while a dilapidated schoolhouse is overcrowded with students, highlighting the social disparities in post-war America. The cartoon, created for The Washington Post, served as a pointed commentary on the unequal distribution of wealth and resources. Herblock's signature style, using simple lines and bold contrasts, effectively amplifies the cartoon's message, making it a memorable and thought-provoking piece of social commentary.