Legal expenses of an election

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Legal expenses of an election

A cartoon satirising The Ordinary Legal Expenses of an Election

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1850s 1853 Bribe Bribery Candidate Corrupt Corruption Election Elections Electoral Legal Ordinary Satire Satirical System Vote Voting Bribing Expenses

EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "The Ordinary Legal Expenses of an Election: A Victorian Satire on Electoral Corruption" This satirical cartoon, titled "The Ordinary Legal Expenses of an Election," is a poignant commentary on the rampant bribery and corruption that pervaded the British electoral system during the 1850s. Published in 1853, this political cartoon, from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a witty and insightful critique of the political climate of the time. The image depicts a candidate, dressed in the fashionable attire of the era, standing before a judge and a barrister in a courtroom. The candidate's hand is extended, offering a large bag of money to the judge, while the barrister looks on approvingly. The caption above the scene reads, "The Ordinary Legal Expenses of an Election." The cartoon satirically highlights the common practice of electoral bribery, where candidates would offer financial incentives to voters to secure their support. The corrupt system allowed the wealthy and powerful to manipulate election results, undermining the democratic process and the integrity of the electoral system. The Victorian era was a time of significant political and social change in Britain, and this cartoon serves as a reminder of the challenges faced during this period. The satirical nature of the image underscores the widespread public discontent with the corrupt electoral system and the desire for reform. This historical cartoon is an essential resource for anyone interested in the political history of Britain during the 1850s, as well as the broader themes of corruption, bribery, and electoral reform. Its satirical commentary offers valuable insights into the complexities of the political landscape of the time and the ongoing struggle for democratic accountability and transparency.

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