Making the most of it
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Making the most of it
Making the most of it. Illustration shows a man labeled Hill holding a large magnifying glass labeled Democratic Presss Magnifier between a donkey with blinders labeled NY Democracy and a tiny shock of hay labeled Clevelands Weak Indorsement. The donkey is salivating over the large shock of hay labeled Clevelands Indorsement that it sees through the hand lense. Date 1885 October 14. Making the most of it. Illustration shows a man labeled Hill holding a large magnifying glass labeled Democratic Presss Magnifier between a donkey with blinders labeled NY Democracy and a tiny shock of hay labeled Clevelands Weak Indorsement. The donkey is salivating over the large shock of hay labeled Clevelands Indorsement that it sees through the hand lense. Date 1885 October 14
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Making the Most of It
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: A Satirical Take on Political Endorsements in the Late 19th Century This intriguing illustration, titled "Making the Most of It," was published in Puck magazine on October 14, 1885. The cartoon depicts a man labeled "Hill" holding a large magnifying glass labeled "Democratic Press's Magnifier." In front of him, a donkey wearing blinders labeled "NY Democracy" eagerly gazes at a large shock of hay labeled "Cleveland's Indorsement" through the lens of the magnifying glass. A tiny shock of hay, also labeled "Cleveland's Weak Indorsement," lies nearby, seemingly insignificant in comparison. The cartoon offers a humorous commentary on the political climate of the late 19th century, specifically the impact of political endorsements on the electoral process. Grover Cleveland, a Democratic president who served two non-consecutive terms, was known for his reluctance to seek endorsements from political machines and party bosses. In contrast, the donkey in the illustration represents the New York Democratic Party, which was heavily influenced by Tammany Hall, a powerful political machine. The donkey's blinders symbolize the narrow focus of the party on securing Cleveland's endorsement, while the magnifying glass represents the media's role in amplifying the significance of the endorsement. The cartoon suggests that the party was making a mountain out of a molehill by placing undue importance on Cleveland's endorsement, while ignoring the larger issues at hand. Overall, "Making the Most of It" is a clever and insightful commentary on the role of political endorsements in shaping public opinion and the electoral process during the late 19th century. The illustration remains a fascinating glimpse into the political satire of the era and the enduring power of humor to shed light on complex issues.
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