Publishing

According to political cartoonist Ranan Lurie, America's schools are ignoring some elements essential to a complete education. Current events, he believes, take a back seat to tired, archaic bits of history. To help change this situation, Mr. Lurie has launched Cartoon News: The Current Events Monthly , a magazine that samples news-based cartoons from across the nation and the political spectrum.

The roughly 50 pages in each issue contain a smorgasbord of reprinted cartoons that cover--and make light of--issues ranging from presidential campaigns to foreign policy. The magazine aims to present current events in a quick, witty package that will appeal to high school students. It also includes background information on the topics illustrated, as well...