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Cartoon, Tuck in Yer Twopenny! (Disraeli and Tax)
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Cartoon, Tuck in Yer Twopenny! (Disraeli and Tax)
Cartoon, Tuck in Yer Twopenny! A satirical comment on Disraeli as Chancellor of the Exchequer, raising of income tax by two pennies in the pound. The extra money was being raised for an expedition to Abyssinia, where King Theodore (seen here in the background) had imprisoned some British subjects earlier in the year. Date: 1867
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1867 Analogy Bull Comment Conservative Disraeli Frog Grumpy Leap Leapfrog Parliament Reform Satirical Tory 1860s
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Tuck in Yer Twopenny!
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: A Satirical Commentary on Disraeli's Tax Reform during the 1860s This intriguing political cartoon, titled "Tuck in Yer Twopenny!", was published in 1867 and offers a satirical commentary on the controversial tax reforms implemented by Benjamin Disraeli during his tenure as Chancellor of the Exchequer. The cartoonist, John Bull, masterfully employs visual analogies to convey the public's discontent with the new tax policy. Disraeli, depicted as a grumpy, top-hatted figure, is shown leaping over a group of MPs, who are trying to leapfrog over each other to avoid the tax increase. The Chancellor's provocative statement, "Tuck in Yer Twopenny!" is a direct reference to the two-pence increase in income tax that was imposed to raise funds for an expedition to Abyssinia. King Theodore of Abyssinia, who had imprisoned some British subjects earlier in the year, is shown in the background, emphasizing the connection between the tax increase and the foreign policy issue. The cartoon's title, "Tuck in Yer Twopenny!", is a colloquial expression that means to swallow an unpleasant truth or to accept an unwelcome situation. The cartoon's satirical commentary on Disraeli's tax reforms reflects the political climate of the time, as the public grappled with the implications of increased taxes and the government's justification for the additional revenue. The cartoon's enduring appeal lies in its ability to encapsulate the complexities of Victorian-era politics and the public's reaction to them through the use of clever visual metaphors. This piece of political satire is a testament to the power of cartoons as a medium for social commentary and a reminder of the rich political history of the 19th century.
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