GROVER CLEVELAND CARTOON. Mutiny! Can the Captain Regain Control of the Ship?

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GROVER CLEVELAND CARTOON. Mutiny! Can the Captain Regain Control of the Ship?

GROVER CLEVELAND CARTOON.
Mutiny! Can the Captain Regain Control of the Ship? President Grover Cleveland, as captain of the good ship Democracy, using his veto power and Republican allies to quell congressman of his own party rebelling against his silver purchase and civil service and tariff reform policies. American cartoon, 1894, by W.A. Rogers

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1894 Allegorical Allen Anchor Cannon Captain Civil Service Reform Cleveland Congress Congressman Crew Cutting Democrat Devour Dinghy Drilling Grover Knife Mast Mutiny Overboard Political Action Pulley Reform Representative Republican Rigging Roger Rogers Rope Rowboat Sailing Ship Satirical Separation Of Power Silver Symbol Tammany Hall Tiger William Corkscrew Leak Veto

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This 1894 American cartoon print titled "GROVER CLEVELAND CARTOON. Mutiny! Can the Captain Regain Control of the Ship?" depicts President Grover Cleveland as the captain of the good ship Democracy, facing a mutiny within his own party. The artwork by W. A. Rogers portrays Cleveland using his veto power and Republican allies to quell rebellious congressmen who oppose his policies on silver purchase, civil service reform, and tariff reform. The allegorical image showcases various symbolic elements such as an anchor representing stability, a cannon signifying political action, and a corkscrew suggesting manipulation. Amidst drilling crew members and leaking rigging, Cleveland stands at the mast with determination while holding an ax to cut ties with dissenters. The cartoon reflects the political climate of late 19th-century America when issues like protective tariffs and separation of powers were fiercely debated. It also alludes to Tammany Hall's influence (depicted as a tiger) over Democratic politics during that era. Through this satirical illustration, Granger Art on Demand captures both historical context and artistic creativity. The artist skillfully conveys Cleveland's struggle to maintain control over his party amidst turbulent waters. This print serves as a visual representation of the challenges faced by leaders in navigating their way through political turmoil while trying to steer their ship towards desired reforms.

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