Bagley Cartoon: Olympic Snowflake

Cartoonist Pat Bagley's latest work takes aim at the Winter Olympics.

Feb. 13, 2026 at 2:15pm

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The Salt Lake Tribune has published a new political cartoon by longtime staff cartoonist Pat Bagley, who has worked for the newspaper for over 45 years and is a Pulitzer Prize finalist. The cartoon, titled "Olympic Snowflake", satirizes the Winter Olympics.

Why it matters

Bagley's cartoons are known for their sharp political commentary and ability to capture the zeitgeist. As the 2026 Winter Olympics approach, his cartoon provides a critical perspective on the event and the issues surrounding it.

The details

The cartoon depicts a figure skater performing a routine on a snowflake-shaped rink, with the Olympic rings in the background. The skater is labeled "Woke Olympics", suggesting the cartoon is critiquing the perceived political correctness or "wokeness" of the modern Olympic Games.

  • The cartoon was published on February 13, 2026, ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

The players

Pat Bagley

A Pulitzer Prize finalist cartoonist who has worked for The Salt Lake Tribune for over 45 years, publishing more than 6,000 cartoons.

The Salt Lake Tribune

A nonprofit news organization based in Salt Lake City, Utah, that is dedicated to independent local journalism and holding power structures accountable.

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What they’re saying

“Thanks for reading this story from The Tribune. As CEO & Executive Editor, I am proud to lead our team of journalists as they tell the stories others can't – or won't.”

— Lauren Gustus, Executive Editor, The Salt Lake Tribune

The takeaway

Bagley's cartoon provides a thought-provoking commentary on the evolving nature of the Olympic Games and the broader sociopolitical debates surrounding them. As a longtime voice in Utah journalism, his work continues to shape the discourse around important issues facing the state and the nation.