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Cartoon, Lodger Franchise v Dual Voting! (Disraeli)
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Cartoon, Lodger Franchise v Dual Voting! (Disraeli)
Cartoon, Lodger Franchise v Dual Voting! A satirical comment on the arguments surrounding the extension of the franchise in Disraelis Reform Bill. John Bull tries to speak reason to Disraeli, while a grumpy Gladstone stands in the background, dressed as a woman holding a baby.
1867
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Cartoon, Lodger Franchise v Dual Voting!", published in 1867, offers a humorous commentary on the heated debates surrounding Disraeli's Reform Bill and the extension of the franchise. In the illustration, John Bull, personifying the ordinary Englishman, is shown trying to reason with Disraeli, who stands with a smug expression, dressed as a lodger holding a sign that reads "Lodger Franchise." The analogy of a lodger implies that Disraeli views the working-class voters as temporary residents in the political house of the nation. In the background, a grumpy Gladstone, dressed as a woman holding a baby, symbolizes the Liberal Party's stance on dual voting. The use of a woman in this context may be a reference to the belief that women's influence could sway their husbands' votes. The baby in Gladstone's arms represents the "child" or inexperienced voters that the Liberals wanted to include in the electoral process. The disagreement between the two major political figures, Disraeli and Gladstone, is depicted in a comical manner, with Disraeli's plan for a limited extension of the franchise contrasted with the Liberals' call for universal suffrage and dual voting. The cartoon's satirical tone highlights the absurdity of the political disagreements and the differences in opinion between the Conservative and Liberal parties." This cartoon is an intriguing glimpse into the political climate of the 1860s, showcasing the nuanced debates surrounding electoral reform and the power struggle between the two dominant political parties of the time.
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