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Aim higher
Aim higher!. Illustration shows Uncle Sam standing next to a cannon labeled Dept. of Justice that is shooting at a floating target labeled, from the outer rim to bull s-eye, Scapegoats and Dummies, Appraisers, Inspectors, and Weighers, Trust Supt. and Managers, Corrupt Civil Service Officials, Sugar Trust Directors, and High Govt. Officers. The target has two holes on the bottom, Uncle Sam is telling the shooter to aim higher. Date 1909 December 8. Aim higher!. Illustration shows Uncle Sam standing next to a cannon labeled Dept. of Justice that is shooting at a floating target labeled, from the outer rim to bull s-eye, Scapegoats and Dummies, Appraisers, Inspectors, and Weighers, Trust Supt. and Managers, Corrupt Civil Service Officials, Sugar Trust Directors, and High Govt. Officers. The target has two holes on the bottom, Uncle Sam is telling the shooter to aim higher. Date 1909 December 8
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Aim Higher - Uncle Sam's Persistent Call for Reform
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This illustration, published on December 8, 1909, depicts Uncle Sam standing firm next to the cannon of the Department of Justice, ready to fire at a floating target labeled "Aim Higher." The target, adorned with various labels from the outer rim to the bullseye, includes "Scapegoats and Dummies," "Appraisers, Inspectors, and Weighers," "Trust Supt. and Managers," "Corrupt Civil Service Officials," "Sugar Trust Directors," and "High Govt. Officers." The target, already hit twice at the bottom, bears the brunt of Uncle Sam's unwavering demand for improvement and accountability. Uncle Sam, the symbol of American patriotism and responsibility, urges the shooter to aim higher, signifying the need for continued efforts to root out corruption and inefficiency in various sectors of society. The illustration serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing battle against deceit and malfeasance, with the Department of Justice as the beacon of hope and justice. The cartoon, originally published in a magazine, reflects the public's growing discontent with the rampant corruption and the call for reform during the Progressive Era. This poignant image, with its timeless message, continues to resonate with audiences today, as the pursuit of truth, justice, and integrity remains an essential aspect of our collective consciousness.
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