Bull Tales

Garry Trudeau’s Bull Tales debuted in the Yale Daily News in 1969, a campus comic strip that would ultimately introduce the world to the character of Mike Doonesbury. Though its initial run was brief—just a single issue—it served as the direct precursor to Trudeau’s landmark, Pulitzer Prize-winning Doonesbury strip. This early work captures the satirical voice and collegiate setting that would define Trudeau’s career, making it a fascinating footnote for fans of the long-running series.