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ELECTION CARTOON, 1876. The Electoral Vote. Contemporary American cartoon by Thomas Nast showing a perplexed Uncle Sam reading the Constitution upside down in an attempt to resolve the election between Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel J. Tilden, in which twenty disputed electoral votes were eventually awarded to Hayes
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ELECTION CARTOON, 1876. The Electoral Vote. Contemporary American cartoon by Thomas Nast showing a perplexed Uncle Sam reading the Constitution upside down in an attempt to resolve the election between Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel J. Tilden, in which twenty disputed electoral votes were eventually awarded to Hayes
ELECTION CARTOON, 1876.
The Electoral Vote.
Contemporary American cartoon by Thomas Nast showing a perplexed Uncle Sam reading the Constitution upside down in an attempt to resolve the election between Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel J. Tilden, in which twenty disputed electoral votes were eventually awarded to Hayes
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1876 Argument Birchard Canvassing Constitution Democratic Party Electoral College Hayes Jones Nast Personification Reading Republican Party Rutherford Samuel Tilden Uncle Sam
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This print captures a significant moment in American history, depicting an election cartoon from 1876 by Thomas Nast. The image showcases Uncle Sam, the personification of America, portrayed as perplexed while reading the Constitution upside down. This comical scene symbolizes his desperate attempt to resolve the fiercely contested presidential election between Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel J. Tilden. During this historical event, twenty electoral votes were disputed and ultimately awarded to Hayes, securing his presidency. Nast's cartoon brilliantly illustrates the confusion and uncertainty that surrounded this pivotal moment in American politics. The artist skillfully depicts Uncle Sam's frustration as he grapples with understanding the intricacies of the Constitution in order to determine a fair outcome for both parties involved. This visual representation serves as a reminder of how crucial elections are in shaping our nation's future. Nast's work not only highlights the intense argument between Republicans and Democrats during this time but also emphasizes the significance of each vote cast within the Electoral College system. As we reflect on this remarkable piece of art, it reminds us that even amidst political turmoil and heated debates over constitutional interpretation, democracy prevails through peaceful resolutions like those reached at Wormley Conference where these disputed electoral votes were resolved amicably.
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