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The Officious Passenger: Reform of Parliament - extension of the franchise. The Prime Minister
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The Officious Passenger: Reform of Parliament - extension of the franchise. The Prime Minister
The Officious Passenger: Reform of Parliament - extension of the franchise. The Prime Minister, Lord John Russell, asking John Bright to stop trumpeting the Reform Bill. Russell defeated by Parliament on the Reform Bill in May 1866. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 20 January 1866
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This historical print captures a significant moment in British politics during the 19th century. Titled "The Officious Passenger: Reform of Parliament - extension of the franchise" it showcases an iconic cartoon by John Tenniel from Punch magazine, published on January 20,1866. In this satirical illustration, we see Lord John Russell, the Prime Minister at that time, depicted as an officious passenger aboard the train of parliamentary reform. He is shown requesting John Bright to cease his enthusiastic support for the Reform Bill. The Reform Bill aimed to extend voting rights and increase suffrage in England. However, despite Russell's efforts and Bright's trumpeting advocacy for electoral reform, Parliament ultimately defeated the bill in May 1866. This defeat marked a setback for Russell's government and highlighted ongoing political tensions surrounding democratic representation. Tenniel's cartoon provides a glimpse into the complex dynamics between politicians and their aspirations for change within Britain's political landscape during this period. It serves as both a commentary on specific individuals like Russell and Bright while also reflecting broader debates about power and governance. As we explore this image from London in 1866, we are reminded of how political struggles have shaped societies throughout history – with victories celebrated or thwarted by votes cast within grand halls rather than through trumpet blasts echoing across landscapes.
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