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Liberal Election Campaign Card, 1909
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Liberal Election Campaign Card, 1909
A Liberal Party campaign card for the 1909 General Election. A grim image of an elderly couple heading for the workhouse is contrasted with the partys vision of sunlit fields of waving corn. The slogan at the bottom reads: Vote for the Peoples Budget
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Budget Campaign Chancellor Contrast Contrasted Corn Elderly Election Exchequer Fields Grim Liberal Limehouse Peoples Persuasion Poverty Propaganda Quotation Slogan Speech Sun Lit Vision Vote Voting Waving Workhouse Workhouses Youth
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This evocative campaign card from the 1909 General Election showcases the stark contrast between the harsh realities of poverty and the Liberal Party's vision for a brighter future. The image depicts an elderly couple, their faces etched with worry and despair, as they make their way towards a looming workhouse. The somber scene is juxtaposed with a sunlit field of waving corn, symbolizing the party's promise of prosperity and progress. The caption at the bottom reads "Vote for the People's Budget," a reference to the controversial budget proposal put forth by Liberal Chancellor of the Exchequer, David Lloyd George. The budget aimed to address social inequality and poverty through increased taxes on the wealthy and the implementation of social welfare programs. This powerful image was likely used as a persuasive tool during the election, appealing to the emotions and concerns of the working-class voters. The use of contrasting imagery and a compelling slogan was an effective form of political propaganda during the Edwardian era, and this campaign card remains a poignant reminder of the political climate and social issues of the time. The image also highlights the importance of youth and the future, with children playing in the sunlit fields, emphasizing the need for change and a better future for the next generation.
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