Author:
The author's signature is in the top left corner but I can't read it nor can I recognize it. But I do know that the author does not like Obama.

Purpose:
To prevent Obama from getting re-elected/convince people that his presidency was based on "empty rhetoric".

Context:
Obama's first term is coming to a close and his campaign for re-election has begun.

Rhetorical Analysis: 
The main device used in this image is its use of communal memory. Everyone recognizes that image as the stereotypical Jesus rendition and if they didn't, the "water into wine" comment certainly conveyed that this man was supposed to be Jesus. In this cartoon, the author clearly uses juxtaposition to insult Obama. One of the reasons that Jesus is so beloved (besides the fact that he's the son of God) is because he is so humble. Jesus' outfit reminds viewers of this characteristic and highlights Obama's lack of it. Obama's suit and his comment placing himself above Jesus suggest his lack of humility. Additionally the cynical way in which he is smiling, creates distrust between Obama and the audience. The author's word choice also made this cartoon effective. The use of the phrase "empty rhetoric" allows the audience to identify the author's point of view about Obama's presidency which is that it is based on a bunch of lies. Additionally, rhetoric has a negative connotation, especially in when used in political contexts, and the use of this word helped to establish the tone of the painting. Overall, this cartoon's use of rhetorical devices helped to clearly identify the author's feelings about Obama and his presidency. However, if the author was trying to get others to feel the same way, this cartoon was incredibly ineffective. The strategies integrated into this painting wasn't nuanced enough which made the author come on a little too strong.