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Before and After the Election
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Before and After the Election
Before the election, the Candidate is begging the voter on his knees for his vote. Following the election, it is the voter who is on his knees, petitioning his (now) Member of Parliament, who is turning his back on the petition! Date: circa 1908
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Anderson Begging Begs Betrayal Candidate Cynicus Demanding Elected Election Ignoring Knees Martin Member Parliament Petition Post Card Requests Reversal Role System Vote Voter Voting Petitioning
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This intriguing before-and-after political postcard from circa 1908 captures the stark contrast between the desperate pleas of a candidate for votes and the subsequent disillusionment and disappointment of a voter. In the first scene, the humble candidate is depicted on his knees, earnestly begging for the voter's support. His heartfelt request is etched on a campaign poster in the background, emphasizing the importance of every vote. Following the election, the scene shifts dramatically. The voter, once a powerful decision-maker, is now on his knees, petitioning his newly-elected Member of Parliament. However, the MP, represented by the stern, turned figure in the foreground, ignores the voter's pleas, symbolizing the perceived betrayal of the electorate's trust. This poignant reversal of roles underscores the complex dynamics of the political system. The candidate's initial appeal to the voter's emotions and sense of duty is replaced by the voter's demand for attention and representation. Yet, the MP's indifference highlights the power imbalance inherent in the political landscape. This thought-provoking postcard offers a glimpse into the cynical world of early 20th-century politics, where the lines between the powerful and the powerless blurred, and the role of the voter was a delicate balance between hope and disillusionment. The image serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for accountability and transparency in the political sphere, as well as the enduring importance of the voter's voice in shaping the future of their community and nation.
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