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SUFFRAGE CARTOON, 1884. Out in the Cold. A woman and a Chinese man are locked out of the polls, while in Irishman and and an African American watch from inside. American cartoon by Grant Hamilton for the cover of Judge, 22 March 1884
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SUFFRAGE CARTOON, 1884. Out in the Cold. A woman and a Chinese man are locked out of the polls, while in Irishman and and an African American watch from inside. American cartoon by Grant Hamilton for the cover of Judge, 22 March 1884
SUFFRAGE CARTOON, 1884.
Out in the Cold. A woman and a Chinese man are locked out of the polls, while in Irishman and and an African American watch from inside. American cartoon by Grant Hamilton for the cover of Judge, 22 March 1884
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This satirical cartoon, created by Grant Hamilton in 1884 for the cover of Judge magazine, captures the discriminatory practices prevalent during that era. Titled "Out in the Cold" it depicts a woman and a Chinese man being locked out of the polls while an Irishman and an African American observe from inside. The image serves as a scathing commentary on voting rights and immigration issues of the time. The cartoon highlights how certain groups were systematically denied their right to vote based on their gender or ethnicity. The suffragist movement was gaining momentum during this period, advocating for women's right to vote. However, this illustration suggests that even though progress was being made towards gender equality, discrimination persisted against other marginalized communities. By juxtaposing individuals who are barred from participating in democracy with those who have access to it, Hamilton effectively criticizes these exclusionary practices. The Chinese man represents anti-immigrant sentiment prevalent at the time, while the Irishman and African American symbolize racial stereotypes perpetuated by society. Through his clever use of visual satire, Hamilton challenges viewers to question societal norms and confront prejudice head-on. This historical artifact provides valuable insight into America's complex past regarding suffrage rights, immigration policies, and racial inequality – reminding us how far we have come while urging us not to forget our history.
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