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Cursing the heretics. Illustration shows William Jennings Bryan, wearing the popes tiara and holding a sceptor labeled 16 to 1, jumping up and down, and stamping his feet in anger, as six men labeled Cleveland, Whitney, Hill, Gorman, Parker, and Olney stand to the left, laughing. Date 1903 March 11. Cursing the heretics. Illustration shows William Jennings Bryan, wearing the popes tiara and holding a sceptor labeled 16 to 1, jumping up and down, and stamping his feet in anger, as six men labeled Cleveland, Whitney, Hill, Gorman, Parker, and Olney stand to the left, laughing. Date 1903 March 11
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Cursing the Heretics - A Political Satire from the Early 20th Century
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This illustration, titled "Cursing the Heretics," is a political cartoon published in Puck magazine on March 11, 1903. The image depicts a heated confrontation between William Jennings Bryan and six other prominent figures of the time. Bryan, a three-time presidential candidate and a leading figure in the Democratic Party, is shown in the center of the illustration, wearing the Pope's tiara and holding a scepter labeled "16 to 1." With a furrowed brow and clenched fists, Bryan jumps up and down, stamping his feet in anger. The number "16 to 1" refers to the odds against Bryan in the presidential election of 1900, where he lost to Republican nominee William McKinley. To the left of Bryan stand six men, labeled as Cleveland, Whitney, Hill, Gorman, Parker, and Olney. They are all laughing at Bryan's outburst, adding to his frustration. These men were prominent political figures of the time, including President Grover Cleveland, industrialist John D. Rockefeller, and Secretary of State John M. Palmer. The title "Cursing the Heretics" refers to Bryan's perceived stance as a religious and moral crusader, who was often at odds with the more progressive and secular views of his political opponents. The image is a satirical commentary on Bryan's fiery rhetoric and his inability to win the presidency despite his strong convictions. This cartoon is a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of the early 20th century and the complex dynamics of American politics during this period. It also showcases the power of satire as a tool for commenting on current events and shaping public opinion.
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