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Nursing her Constituency by Reginald Higgins
A young female political candidate or M.P. awkwardly nurses a baby while visiting her constituents. Date: 1929
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Awkward Babies Candidate Canvassing Constituency Constituents Division Higgins Kissing Maternal Nursing Politicians Reginald Sep16 Votes 1929
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Nursing her Constituency - A Politician's Unconventional Approach to Canvassing in the 1920s
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing photograph by Reginald Higgins, a young female political candidate or Member of Parliament (MP) is captured in an awkward yet endearing moment as she nurses a baby during a visit to her constituency in 1929. The image, a testament to the intersection of motherhood and politics in the early 20th century, offers a humorous and poignant glimpse into the daily life of a working woman balancing her duties as a politician and a mother. The woman, dressed in a simple yet elegant blouse and skirt, cradles the baby in one arm while extending the other to shake hands with a constituent. Her expression is a mix of concentration and warmth, as she engages in conversation while simultaneously tending to her child. The baby, seemingly unfazed by the commotion, gazes up at the woman with a curious expression. The scene is set against a backdrop of a bustling constituency, with other women and children in the background, adding to the sense of community and division. The photograph captures the spirit of the era, where the lines between the personal and the political were often blurred. The image challenges traditional notions of women in politics, as the candidate demonstrates her ability to multitask and connect with her constituents, despite the unconventional setting. The photograph also highlights the importance of maternal instincts and the role of women in nurturing their communities, both as mothers and as political representatives. Overall, "Nursing her Constituency" is a charming and thought-provoking image that offers a unique perspective on the intersection of motherhood and politics in the 1920s. The photograph invites us to reflect on the challenges and triumphs of women in politics and the enduring power of maternal instincts in shaping our communities.
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