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The same old model. Illustration shows William Jennings Bryan showing a model sailboat labeled Personal Popularity to Uncle Sam who questions him about the missing keel for his boat; hanging on the wall in the background is a keel labeled Principle and identified as the Taft Model. Date 1908 September 2. The same old model. Illustration shows William Jennings Bryan showing a model sailboat labeled Personal Popularity to Uncle Sam who questions him about the missing keel for his boat; hanging on the wall in the background is a keel labeled Principle and identified as the Taft Model. Date 1908 September 2
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1. Title: "The Same Old Model: A Political Allegory of Principle and Popularity" This political cartoon, published on September 2, 1908, in Puck magazine, offers a thought-provoking commentary on the delicate balance between principle and popularity in American politics. The illustration features Uncle Sam, the personification of the United States, engaging in a conversation with William Jennings Bryan, a prominent Democratic politician and three-time presidential nominee. Bryan proudly presents a model sailboat labeled "Personal Popularity," attempting to persuade Uncle Sam of its merits. However, Uncle Sam, ever vigilant to the nation's best interests, questions Bryan about the boat's missing keel, symbolizing the absence of a solid foundation or principle. In the background, a second model sailboat labeled "Principle" or the "Taft Model" hangs on the wall, alluding to the Republican nominee, William Howard Taft. The presence of this model underscores the contrast between the two political approaches and the importance of adhering to principles. The cartoonist masterfully employs the metaphor of sailboats to convey the idea that both Bryan and Taft were seeking the support of Uncle Sam, with Bryan emphasizing the importance of popularity and Taft representing the steadfast commitment to principle. The cartoon serves as a reminder of the enduring significance of principle in political decision-making and the potential consequences of sacrificing it for popularity. This political cartoon is an essential addition to any collection focusing on American political history, offering a unique perspective on the complexities of the political landscape during the Progressive Era.
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