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Cartoon, election bribery
Cartoon commentary on bribery during the election. Date: 1866
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1866 Barrel Barrels Bribery Cash Election Money Punch Refusal Voter Voting
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The Rejected Bribe,
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1866: A Victorian-era Political Cartoon Commentary on Election Bribery This powerful political cartoon, titled "The Rejected Bribe," was published in 1866, during a time when election bribery was a rampant issue in American politics. The image depicts a voter, dressed in the fashion of the 1860s, standing at the entrance of a polling station, holding a barrel labeled "Voting Booth." He is being approached by two men, each offering him a barrel full of cash, labeled "Bribes." The voter, with a determined look on his face, firmly refuses the offers, gesturing towards the barrel of voting booths and declaring, "I'll take my chances with the punch." The cartoon serves as a commentary on the prevalent issue of election bribery during this era. The barrels of cash represent the corrupting influence of money in politics, while the voter's refusal to accept the bribes symbolizes the ideal of a fair and honest electoral process. The punch referenced in the voter's statement likely refers to the voting method of the time, where voters would dip their thumbs into a container of ink to indicate that they had cast their vote. The cartoon's vivid imagery and clear message served as a call to action for the public to demand transparency and integrity in the electoral process. It also highlights the importance of individual responsibility in upholding the democratic values of the time. The "The Rejected Bribe" is a poignant reminder of the ongoing struggle against corruption in politics and the enduring power of the individual's commitment to fairness and honesty.
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