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NAST: ELEPHANT AND DONKEY. Stranger Things Have Happened
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NAST: ELEPHANT AND DONKEY. Stranger Things Have Happened
NAST: ELEPHANT AND DONKEY.
Stranger Things Have Happened. Senator Thomas Bayard attempts to prevent the Democratic Party from hurtling into the chasm of financial chaos. Cartoon by Thomas Nast, December 1879, the first in which the Republican elephant and the Democratic donkey appeared together as the symbols of the two major political parties
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This print titled "NAST: ELEPHANT AND DONKEY. Stranger Things Have Happened" takes us back to a pivotal moment in American political history. Created by the renowned cartoonist Thomas Nast in December 1879, this artwork showcases Senator Thomas Bayard's valiant attempt to prevent the Democratic Party from plunging into financial chaos. In this thought-provoking illustration, we see the iconic symbols of the two major political parties side by side for the very first time. The Republican elephant and the Democratic donkey stand on a cliff's edge, teetering dangerously close to a chasm representing economic turmoil. As if locked in an intense struggle, these symbolic creatures pull against each other with all their might. Senator Bayard stands at the forefront of this scene, his top hat and tailored suit distinguishing him as a man of influence within his party. With determination etched on his face, he strives to steer both parties away from disaster and towards stability. The image serves as a reminder that even amidst fierce policy debates and partisan struggles, it is crucial for politicians like Senator Bayard to find common ground for the greater good of their nation. It captures a late 19th-century America grappling with complex financial issues while highlighting how individual actions can shape national destiny. "NAST: ELEPHANT AND DONKEY" invites viewers to reflect upon our shared history and consider how political action continues to impact our society today.
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