Cartoonist Joe Heller discusses a range of topics, including a church shooting, Labor Day, a visit to Cracker Barrel, crime rates, and flag burning.

Joe Heller: The Most Successful Self-Syndicated Editorial Cartoonist in the Nation

Joe Heller, a resident of Green Bay, Wis., has made a name for himself as the most successful self-syndicated editorial cartoonist in the United States. After being laid off from the Green Bay Press-Gazette in July 2013, Heller took a bold step and established his own syndicate, Heller Syndication.

Heller's talent and dedication have been recognised with numerous awards. He has won a total of 10 Best of Gannett awards, eight Milwaukee Press Club awards, and two Honorable mentions for the John Fischetti Award. These accolades are a testament to his exceptional work in the field of editorial cartooning.

Heller's cartoons are widely distributed, with Heller Syndication supplying his work to over 400 newspapers across the nation. His cartoons are regularly reprinted in major newspapers such as USA Today, Denver Post, St. Paul Pioneer Press, The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Newsweek Japan, The Week, and The Washington Post.

In addition to his syndicated work, Heller is a regular featured cartoonist for the NKyTribune. His cartoons have also been published in various newspapers, including the Madison Capital Times and the Wisconsin State Journal.

Heller's work is not limited to the United States. His cartoons are reprinted in international publications such as Newsweek Japan, The Week, and The Washington Post. This global recognition is a testament to Heller's ability to resonate with audiences across the world.

Despite his success, Heller continues to live in Green Bay with his wife, Pamela. His journey from being laid off to becoming the most successful self-syndicated editorial cartoonist in the nation is a testament to his resilience and dedication to his craft.