Freedom Explained with Cartoons

Here are some delightful cartoons produced by John Sutherland explaining freedom and capitalism to children.  Most are about 10 minutes long and available in common formats or in a stream from the Internet Archive (all quotes attributed, link to entire list).  They are all in the public domain, so download and share!

• Make Mine Freedom (1948) - "This Cold War-era cartoon uses humor to tout the dangers of Communism and the benefits of capitalism."  It addresses many of the talking points of communism.
• Meet King Joe (1949) - "Cold War cartoon aimed at American workers with the objective of convincing them of their good fortune."
• Why Play Leap Frog? (1949) -"Cold War-era cartoon aimed at convincing workers that increased productivity brings about greater purchasing power."  
• What Makes Us Tick (1952) - Cartoon chartered by the New York Stock Exchange to explain how the stock market works and why it is important.
• It's Everybody's Business (1954) - This cartoon demonstrates the link between political freedom and economic prosperity.  It also teaches that it is our responsibility as citizens to guard our freedom from threats abroad and our own government.
• Destination Earth (1956) - "In this corporate-sponsored cartoon, Martian dissidents learn that oil and competition are the two things that make America great."
• Working Dollars (1957) - Another cartoon chartered by the New York Stock Exchange promoting responsible investment in business to grow one's money.
• The Wise Use of Credit (???) - Blatant sexism aside, still an easy way to understand what consumer credit is and how to use it.