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Election propaganda postcard for the Liberal Party
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Election propaganda postcard for the Liberal Party
Election propaganda postcard for the Liberal Party, featuring a quote from The Chancellor of the Exchequer (and future Prime Minister) David Lloyd George on 30th July 1909, encouraging votes for the party promising emancipation for workers and a new path to prosperity - not to the workhouse, but a new path through fields of waving corn... Date: 1909
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This election propaganda postcard from 1909 showcases a powerful message from the Liberal Party, encouraging voters to support their cause and bring about emancipation for the working class. The image features a quote from David Lloyd George, who would later become the Chancellor of the Exchequer and eventually Prime Minister, speaking at a rally on July 30th, 1909. In his speech, Lloyd George promised a new path to prosperity for the British people, steering them away from the workhouse and towards fields of waving corn. This message resonated deeply with the social and economic conditions of the time, as poverty and poor living standards were prevalent issues. The Liberal Party's policies focused on social reform and the improvement of workers' lives. One of their key initiatives was the implementation of a tariff reform, which aimed to protect domestic industries and provide employment opportunities for the working class. Lloyd George's words, captured in this postcard, served as a rallying cry for the electorate. His message of hope and promise of a better future through the Liberal Party's policies was a stark contrast to the harsh realities faced by many workers at the time. The image of a prosperous, sunlit field of corn symbolized the potential for a brighter future and the party's commitment to uplifting the social and economic conditions of the nation. This historical postcard is a testament to the power of political messaging and the role it plays in shaping public opinion and driving political change.
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